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Course Description

Course coordinator: Melissa Hamilton melissajhamilton@treeo.ufl.edu 
Phone: (352) 392-9570 or 352-294-3879

This 4-hour training course is designed to equip workers, supervisors, and safety personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify, avoid, and control hazards related to ladder and stairway use on job sites. Aligned with OSHA standards for both construction and general industry, the course combines regulatory guidance with practical exercises to promote safer work behaviors.

Whether using portable ladders, fixed ladders, or navigating stairways in industrial or construction settings, participants will gain insight into employer responsibilities, worker rights, and how to apply behavior-based safety principles in everyday tasks.

Course Outline

Topics Covered:

  • Overview of 29 CFR 1926.1053 (Construction) and 29 CFR 1910.23 (General Industry)
  • General requirements for safe use of ladders:
    • Portable and fixed ladders
    • Inspection and maintenance
    • Angle and footing requirements
  • General requirements for stairways:
    • Design and construction
    • Handrail and tread standards
  • Training requirements for ladder and stairway safety
  • Behavior-Based Safety principles for hazard recognition and decision-making
  • Interactive Exercise: Ladder Safety Assessment and Best Practices Discussion

 

 

Course Format:

  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Delivery: Instructor-led classroom session with interactive group discussion and exercise
  • Assessment: Knowledge check included

Learner Outcomes

Outcome:
Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of attendance verifying their training in ladder and stairway safety, which can be used to support an employer's safety and health training program.

Notes

This material was produced under grant number SH000181-SH4 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

Recommendations

Who Should Attend:
This course is ideal for anyone who uses ladders or stairways in their job duties, including construction workers, maintenance personnel, supervisors, and safety professionals.

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Section Title
Ladders & Stairway Safety Training
Type
Discussion
Days
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Time
8:30AM to 12:30PM
Dates
Jul 15, 2025
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
4.0
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $0.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 10, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 10, 2025
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