Ladder Safety eLearning Bundle Course

Ladder Do's and Don'ts

Course Duration - 4 min

Ladders have some simple rules for use that can make a big difference in our safety. In this video toolbox talk, we'll cover the rules that ladder users need to know while keeping the lesson fun, light, and easy to remember.

Course Objectives:

• Differentiate between proper ladder use and dangerous ladder use
• Utilize the do's and don'ts to ensure safe ladder use

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

5 Ladder Facts You Need to Know

Course Duration - 4 min

Did you know the majority of ladder fatalities are from falls of 10 feet or less? Ladders may initially seem harmless, but they are a big contributor to fall injuries and fatalities. In this video toolbox talk, we go over 5 ladder facts to help illustrate the hazardous nature of ladders and how you can reduce your risk.

Course Objectives:

• Apply ladder injury and fatality facts to prevent these incidents in the workplace

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

How to Choose the Ladder for the Job

Course Duration - 5 min

Choosing the wrong ladder for the job can have dangerous consequences. In this video toolbox talk, we cover how to choose the right ladder by size, type, material, and duty rating so you can work safely at heights.

Course Objectives:

• Select the right ladder for the job based on size/height, type, material, and duty rating
• Identify why ladder selection is important to safety

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• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

Ladder Safety in 4 Minutes

Course Duration - 5 min

This video toolbox talk is a great, fast, refresher on the basics of safe ladder use. We cover important points about portable ladders, fixed ladders, and mobile ladder stands to help ensure you are up-to-date on ladder safety.

Course Objectives:

• Demonstrate proper ladder use
• Recognize hazardous ladder use

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

Ladder Safety

Course Duration - 16 min

Accidents caused by the misuse or mishandling of ladders are a common cause of workplace injuries and fatalities. This course teaches employees how to work safely with and around ladders. We’ll discuss the common types of ladders and their associated hazards, safe ladder practices, types of fall protection, and inspection requirements for ladders.

Upon successful completion of this course, you'll have learned the requirements of ladder safety imposed by US government agencies, as well as the important terminologies surrounding ladder work.

Course Objectives:

• Identify different types of ladders and their associated hazards
• Follow OSHA ladder safety requirements for safe ladder use
• Keep ladders in good condition by performing inspections and storing them properly

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), German, Latin American Spanish, & Thai.
• Audio: Canadian French & Latin American Spanish.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), German, Latin American Spanish, & Thai.

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Ladder Safety - Orientation

Course Duration - 35 min

In this course we'll explore the vital role ladders play in both workplaces and household activities, emphasizing the need for proper usage. Participants will gain a deep understanding of various ladder types, correct placement techniques, weight capacity considerations, and effective accident prevention measures. By the course's conclusion, learners will be well-equipped to use ladders safely in any setting.

Course Objectives:

• Distinguish between different types of ladders and their respective applications
• Implement best practices for securing and placing ladders to ensure user safety
• Assess the weight capacity of ladders and make appropriate load management decisions
• Identify common causes of ladder-related accidents and implement strategies for accident prevention
• Apply the principles of ladder safety to real-world scenarios, recognizing the specific ladder requirements for each situation

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• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English.

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OSHA Ladder Safety Training

Course Duration - 30 min

This course is designed to educate workers on how to reduce falls in construction and how to safely use a ladder.

The information contained in these trainings was derived from publications of OSHA, OCR, FDA, CDC, NIAID, ATSDR, HHS or WHO (Government Sourced Material). None of the planners, authors, or instructors for this activity have any relevant financial relationships to disclose. The Government Sourced Material used by AMC is available for no charge on their associated websites. The use of the Government Sourced Material by AMC does not imply endorsement or recommendation by OSHA, OCR, FDA, CDC, NIAID, ATSDR, HHS or WHO or by the United States Government, of AMC, its enterprise, its facility, its services or its products. © 2023 American Medical Compliance, no copyright claimed in Government Sourced Material.

Course Objectives:

• List ways to reduce falls in construction
• Identify methods of safely using a ladder
• Describe different types of ladders
• IList workers' rights in using a ladder during work

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Falls Prevention: Ladder Safety

Course Duration - 5 min

This topic teaches learners some simple steps to help keep them safe while selecting, setting up, using, or moving ladders. Content is intended to support or refresh OSHA training requirements for portable ladders.

Course Objectives:

• List the safety precautions to take when setting up a ladder
• Describe the correct way to climb and descend a ladder

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: Canadian French & Latin American Spanish.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English, Canadian French & Latin American Spanish.

3 Questions for Work at Heights

Course Duration - 7 min

Before beginning work at heights, there are 3 questions we need to ask ourselves to make sure we are identifying the hazards and reducing our risk. In this video toolbox talk, we'll go over the best approaches to working at heights, how to use a fall protection plan, and how to plan the job for success. Download our Fall Protection Plan template and follow along!

Course Objectives:

• Select the best fall protection to use for the job
• Utilize a fall protection plan to assess hazards and reduce risk

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• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

Ladder Safety: 01. The World of Ladders

Course Duration - 8 min

Our Ladder Safety: 01. The World of Ladders course shows you how to handle and use ladders safely. Falls, injuries, and even death from ladders are much more common than you might think and they're almost always preventable. There are several ways that injuries can occur with ladder use, so in this series, we'll go over general information about types of ladders and their components, how to safely position and climb a ladder, and how to properly store, carry, and transport a ladder. We'll dive into the different kinds of ladders available and how to choose the correct one for your job. We'll discuss using accessories, go over duty ratings, and cover the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA's) requirements for ladder use.

The World of Ladders course is from our series on Ladder Safety. It includes a video, audio narration, downloadable materials, and a quick quiz. Take this course along with others in the series to acquire skills for handling and using ladders safely.

Course Objectives:

• Identify the components of a ladder
• Confidently use ladder terminology
• Follow the four-to-one rule and working load to maximize safety
• Define the different ladder types
• Assess which type of ladder is right for your job

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), European French, German, Italian, Japanese, & Latin American Spanish.
• Audio: Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Mandarin), European French, German, Italian, Japanese, & Latin American Spanish.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), European French, German, Italian, Japanese, & Latin American Spanish.

Ladder Safety: Overview

Course Duration - 10 min

Falls from ladders are the leading cause of accidental death in the workplace. This course covers ladder safety requirements and best practices. To begin, we’ll discuss common types of ladders used in business and industry and underscore the associated hazards. Next, we'll outline how to inspect ladders before and after use, and what to do if you find damage. Finally, you’ll learn the dos and don’ts of working safely with ladders.

This course is presented with engaging instruction and visuals designed drive home key ladder safety principles. Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be ready to take the right steps when using a ladder on the job.

Course Objectives:

• Select the right ladder for the job at hand
• Identify the potential hazards of improper ladder use
• Take appropriate action if you determine a ladder is damaged
• Implement ladder safety practices to protect yourself from injury

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), German, Latin American Spanish, & Thai.
• Audio: Canadian French & Latin American Spanish.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), German, Latin American Spanish, & Thai.

Mobile Ladder Safety

Course Duration - 15 min

Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be able to recognize the characteristics of and design requirements for mobile ladder stands and platforms, how to inspect them, and how to properly use them in order to ensure your safety.

Course Objectives:

• Describe the characteristics of a mobile ladder, how it differs from a portable or fixed ladder, and how to use one in the workplace
• Recognize your employer’s responsibility to train you before you use a mobile ladder
• Ensure that the mobile ladders in your workplace meet design requirements
• Explain how to inspect a mobile ladder
• Recognize how to safely move and work from mobile ladder stands and platforms

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• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English.

Fall Protection - Orientation

Course Duration - 17 min

This is a crucial program designed to address and mitigate the pervasive risks associated with slips, trips, and falls in the workplace, with a particular emphasis on the construction industry. Recognizing these incidents as a leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities, the course underscores the preventability of such accidents through proper workplace design, equipment usage, training, and adherence to company policies. Participants will gain insights into the diverse aspects of fall prevention, encompassing accident avoidance, identification of workplace hazards, and familiarity with common safety equipment. The training emphasizes that fatal falls can occur even from short distances and highlights the pivotal role of fall protection measures in ensuring worker safety.

Course Objectives:

• Describe accident prevention in the workplace, particularly concerning slips, trips, and falls
• Identify and assess common workplace hazards contributing to slips, trips, and falls
• Describe the proper use and limitations of common safety equipment related to fall protection
• Implement strategies for creating a safer workplace environment through proper setup, organization, and adherence to company policies
• Evaluate the significance of falls not only in terms of height but also based on factors such as the manner of the fall and the surface impacted

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• Course Text: N/A.
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• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English.

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Fall Protection

Course Duration - 20 min

Falls are one of the most common causes of serious work-related injuries – safety awareness is vital when working at heights. Learn about working at heights, legal obligations related to fall protection, and the risk management process. This course also covers safety measures for using ladders and safety advice for preventing falls.

Course Objectives:

• Define working at height and why it is a risk
• Explain an employer’s legal obligations in relation to fall protection
• Apply the risk management process to fall protection
• Describe control measures that can be used to prevent falls
• Describe safety guidelines for using ladders

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• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English.

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Portable Ladder Inspections

Course Duration - 4 min

Portable ladder inspections are a critical component of ladder safety and OSHA ladder requirements. In this video toolbox talk, we demonstrate how to inspect step ladders and extension ladders, along with what to do when you find issues or defects.

Course Objectives:

• Demonstrate proper ladder inspections for step ladders and extension ladders
• Ensure unsafe ladders are not used

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

Portable Ladder Set Up

Course Duration - 8 min

Making sure your ladder is set up properly will set the foundation for safe work. In this video toolbox talk, we cover what you need to know about setting up both extension ladders and step ladders from the 4-to-1 rule to spur plates and fly sections.

Course Objectives:

• Demonstrate proper ladder set up for extension and step ladders
• Identify hazardous ladder set ups and correct them

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

Portable Ladder Safety

Course Duration - 26 min

Did you know that 81% of construction fall injuries that are treated in hospital emergency rooms involve a ladder and most fatalities involving ladders are from falls of 10 feet or less. In this Portable Ladder Safety Training, we take learners through everything they need to know to use ladders safely from ladder selection, set-up, ladder use do’s and don’ts, proper ladder inspection, and storage. This course is broken up into the 7 segments, each followed by a short quiz to help increase learner retention. This course is designed to align with both OSHA general industry and construction requirements for portable ladders.

Course Objectives:

• Select the right ladder for the job based on material, type, and duty rating
• Conduct pre-use ladder inspections
• Demonstrate proper ladder set-up for step ladders and extension ladders
• Apply the do's and don'ts of ladder safety
• Implement proper ladder storage and maintenance practices
• Modify ladder use to improve safety

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

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Ladder Care and Storage

Course Duration - 3 min

How you take care of ladders directly impacts how they take care of you when you're working at heights. In this video toolbox talk, we give you simple tips to make sure that ladders on the job stay in optimal shape so they're ready to use when you need them.

Course Objectives:

• Demonstrate proper ladder care and storage

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: N/A.
• Audio: N/A.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English & Latin American Spanish.

Ladder Safety: 03. Storing, Carrying, and Transporting Ladders

Course Duration - 7 min

Our Ladder Safety: 03. Storing, Carrying, and Transporting Ladders course will equip you with the skills you need to work with ladders safely. When talking about ladder safety, transporting may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, it is one of the most critical components to working with ladders because it puts other drivers at risk. Another element that's often forgotten is the importance of storing a ladder properly to protect it from the elements and keep it from falling when not in use. Even carrying a ladder can be hazardous to you and others. In this course, We'll cover how to carry, store and transport ladders, so you can avoid personal injury and damage to equipment.

Course Objectives:

• Carry ladders safely
• Transport ladders correctly
• Use the correct tools and storage methods to maintain your ladder

Additional Language Information:

• Course Text: Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), European French, German, Italian, Japanese, & Latin American Spanish.
• Audio: Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Mandarin), European French, German, Italian, Japanese, & Latin American Spanish.
• Subtitles (Closed Caption): American English, Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Canadian French, Chinese (Simplified), European French, German, Italian, Japanese, & Latin American Spanish.

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• Set your priorities to better manage your time
• Improve your productivity by sharpening your focus and multitasking effectively

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• Recall the essential digital skills framework
• Elaborate on the toolkit of essential digital skills
• Identify how to develop or improve your digital skills

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• Define creativity
• Think outside the box
• Develop the right mental attitude
• Leverage the power of groups
• Ensure managers make it happen

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• Understand how to be a great communicator
• Become a stronger listene
• Appear professional to co-workers and bosses of all ages
• Avoid common career blunders that often end careers
• Manage expectations for bosses and colleagues
• Position yourself for promotions
• Make technology your asset, even if you are afraid of technology
• Avoid the Not My Job Syndrome
• Develop EQ to Match Your IQ
• Develop leadership qualities

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