Steps and Stepstools for Users

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Steps and Stepstools for Users

Course Title	Steps and Stepstools for Users
Duration	Minimum of 2.5 hours
Who will benefit from this course?	For those who are infrequent users of stepladders and step stools in shops, offices, schools and the health sector
Learning Objectives	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
Method	The course is planned to run over a minimum or 2.5 hours Training Activity Slide led – trainer providing information and asking questions A group exercise on Inspections and Hazard Analysis An individual questionnaire on safe and effective use of Stepladders and Step Stools Assessment Process 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
Assessment	Closed book course with a pass mark of 80%
PPE	Closed toe shoes, with good grip on the sole – no backless or high heel shoes; no socks, stocking or bare feet Ideal clothing: – No loose tops – Jeans / trousers for men and women
Course content	Current Legislation, Regulations and Guidance affecting work at height
Trainer / delegate ratio	Maximum of 1:8
Venue requirements	A suitable classroom to accommodate 8 delegates for the theory and practical assessment sessions.
Supporting Documents	Ladder Association summary notes for each delegate
Award	A Ladder Association certificate and LadderCard will be issued to successful delegates who complete the theory and practical assessment sessions at the level they attend the course which has a five year validity period
Literacy, Fitness & Health	Delegates must be numerate, literate and have a good command of English. They should be fit and capable of stepping on to small steps, stepstools and dome type stools.
Qualifications & Experience	No qualifications or experience are required for this course.