TLA - Steps and Stepstools for Users

Yes, this course is accredited and certified by The Ladder Association (TLA). This means every training provider advertising this course on this site must be an approved centre. In most cases the awarding body will audit the centre to ensure the correct standard of teaching.

Category: Working-at-Height · Level: Beginner

Delegates will be competent to:

Assess and determine when it’s appropriate to use stepladders & step stools

Correctly locate and safely use stepladders & step stools

Visually inspect stepladders and step stools for damage before and after use

They will have an understanding of:

What they need to know about the law and standards relating to
stepladders & step stools

Hazards in the use of stepladders & step stools

Storage & handling of stepladders and step stools

A half-day course designed for those who use stepladders and step stools in the course of their day to day work. Ideal for those who work in supermarkets, shops, offices, schools and the civil service. Ladder Association Training courses are part of a national training scheme for users, supervisors and managers wanting to equip themselves with the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to use ladders legally and safely. Successful candidates receive a photo card and certificate on completion.

Assess and determine when appropriate to use stepladders and step stools

Correctly locate and safely use stepladders and step stools

Visually inspect stepladders and step stools for damage before and after use

Understand the legislation and standards relating to stepladders and step stools

Awareness of hazards in using stepladders and step stools

Correct storage and handling of stepladders and step stools

There are 4 assessment activities:

15 Multiple Choice Questions

Step / Step Stool fault finding

Hazard Analysis

Carrying, positioning and stepping on to Steps and Step Stools

Closed book course with a pass mark of 80%