When working with ladders, planning ahead is crucial, and the best way to do this is to carry out a thorough risk assessment. The Ladder Association provides a systematic way to identify hazards and plan work safely known as the “STEP” methodology. This risk assessment framework ensures user safety while using ladders by breaking down the planning process into four key components. Site, Task, Equipment and People.

For a full breakdown of this methodology, keep reading this blog!

Before carrying out any kind of work using a ladder, it is essential that you carry out a pre-use check to spot any obvious visual defects and ensure the ladder is safe to use. This pre-use check should be carried out by the user before every single use of the ladder, while detailed visual assessments should be carried out every three to six months or in accordance with the manufacturer guidelines.

For our top tips on how to spot an unsafe ladder, keep reading this blog!

While ladders are a useful tool for quick tasks that require reaching higher ground, there is a risk of your ladder slipping while you’re using it, which can lead to serious injuries.  In fact, in the UK during 2023/24, ladders were involved in nearly 40% of the 50 workplace fatalities from fall from height, with thousands more suffering serious non-fatal injuries from falls from ladders.

So, how do ladders not slip and what steps can you take to ensure that your ladder doesn’t slip why you’re using it? Keep reading this blog to find out…

Recently, Sussex firefighters carried a full-sized ladder the entire distance from Worthing Pier to Brighton Pier to raise funds for the Fire Fighters Charity and support a firefighter’s upcoming solo expedition to the South Pole.

From looking at this article, it may seem like carrying a ladder is straightforward, but there are actually a number of safety risks associated with carrying a ladder improperly – from strains and trips to equipment damage.

Whether you’re a trained firefighter, passionate DIYer or construction worker, knowing how to safely carry a ladder is crucial. That is why we have created this easy guide on how to carry a ladder safely. Let’s get into it!

Whether you’re using a ladder for work or at home, one of the most critical aspects of ladder safety is ensuring that it’s secure before you climb.

Not sure to how to secure a ladder properly? Don’t fret – check out this easy guide!