Scope of Ladder and Scaffold Safety Training:
This program details the most widely used types
of scaffolds - stationary upright, mobile/rolling and suspended.
Specific safety precautions to exercise when using each
type of scaffold are explained, including safe erection,
securing planking and safety lines. Also portable and fixed
ladders in a wide variety of workplaces. Topics include
common sense rules for safe use, selecting the right ladder
for a particular task such as thorough inspection before
each use.
Ladder and Scaffold Safety Course Objective:
Student successfully completing this course will be able
to perform the following duties:
- Properly secure platforms
- Not to overload scaffolds
- Wear personal protective fall arrest systems
- Understand scaffold hazards and accident prevention measures
- Use the correct ladder for the job
- Use the correct angle, supports, treads, cross braces, and rails
