Level 2 Award in Ladder Safety
The PIMS Level 2 Award in Ladder Safety provides practical knowledge for selecting, inspecting, positioning and using portable ladders more safely. Ladder-related incidents can result from poor equipment select...
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Program Overview
The PIMS Level 2 Award in Ladder Safety provides practical knowledge for selecting, inspecting, positioning and using portable ladders more safely. Ladder-related incidents can result from poor equipment selection, damaged ladders, incorrect setup or unsafe climbing practices.
The programme covers common ladder types, pre-use inspection, positioning, stability, climbing techniques, maintenance, storage and supervision.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Ladder Safety
- Common Causes of Ladder Incidents
- Responsibilities of Ladder Users and Supervisors
- Types of Ladders
- Step Ladders
- Extension Ladders
- Platform Ladders
- Selecting the Correct Ladder
- Ladder Hazard Identification
- Pre-Use Inspection
- Recognition of Ladder Defects
- Ladder Maintenance
- Safe Ladder Positioning
- Base Stability
- Safe Ladder Angles
- Securing Ladders
- Three-Point Contact
- Safe Climbing and Descending
- Handling Tools While Using Ladders
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Ladder Storage
- Incident and Near-Miss Reporting
- Ladder-Safety Training and Supervision
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
This PIMS Ladder Safety course is suitable for construction workers, maintenance and facilities personnel, Site Supervisors, Safety Officers, warehouse staff, logistics personnel and employees who routinely use portable ladders.
Key Benefits
After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:
- Recognise common ladder-related hazards
- Select appropriate ladders for different tasks
- Conduct effective pre-use inspections
- Position and secure ladders correctly
- Apply safer climbing and working techniques
- Recognise damaged or unsuitable ladders
- Improve ladder maintenance and storage practices
- Reduce the risk of falls associated with ladder use
Assessment & Evaluation
- Type: Multiple-choice questions.
- Total Questions: 10.
- Passing Score: 70%, equivalent to 7 correct answers out of 10.
- Duration: 20 minutes.
- Mode: Online or paper-based.
- Result Criteria: Pass or fail.
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