Unit 4 - Ladder Safety    


In this unit, you will...

  1. Explore learning outcomes, key concepts, digging deeper, and glossary terms for this module.
  2. Learn to identify and how to set up the different types of ladders.
  3. Identify and explore ladder inspection, maintenance and storage.
  4. Review the content and concepts through a self-check at the end of Unit 4.
  5. Review glossary terms through a self-check at the end of the unit.
  6. Complete a quiz based on glossary terms and key concepts from Unit 2 - Unit 4.


 The Big Ideas - Learning Outcomes 

  1. Understand the importance of ladder safety. 
  2. Explore the different types of ladders.
  3. Understand the importance of inspecting and maintaining ladders.
  1. Identify each type of ladder and how it is used.
  2. Understand legislation relating to ladder safety.
  3. Understand how to set up ladders safely.
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of ladder inspections and maintenance.

Key Concepts 

  • Using ladders safely involves knowing how to set them up and use them properly.
  • Ladder safety includes ladder inspections and maintenance.

  • Choosing the right ladder, for the job, is an important element of ladder safety.
  • Knowing how to set up the different ladders is a key part of ladder safety.

  Digging Deeper


Ladder Safety   

Now watch this brief introduction to ladder safety.