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Steps to safety for ladder users
February 1st 2008

The aim of the Ladder Association in 2008 is to make sure that anyone using ladders and stepladders to work at height has the knowledge and experience necessary to complete the relevant task safely.

Directed principally at operatives and duty holders in the building, cleaning and facilities management sectors, the drive will promote competence under the Work at Height Regulations and make clear the connection between competency and training.

Users will be directed to the Ladder Association website promoting the theme 'Be ladder competent – get ladder trained'.

The site gives details of approved training centres throughout the UK delivering the industry standard Ladder Association training course.

Delegates learn how to select the right equipment based on risk assessment; make sure the work is properly planned and organised; use the right type and classification of ladder; ensure it is properly maintained and in good condition; and set up a ladder, or stepladder, safely.

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