Ladder and Portable Ladder Safety

5.00 (12 Ratings)Updated May 17, 2026

Course Overview

Learners will master regulatory requirements, critical inspection procedures, and tactical field techniques to maintain a zero-incident work environment when operating elevated platforms.

Course Topics

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

01Legal and regulatory framework (OHSA, Reg. 851, Reg. 213/91, CSA Z11-18)
02Types of ladders and their appropriate use
03Ladder inspection, maintenance, and out-of-service tagging
04Safe setup and positioning
05PPE and safe climbing techniques
06Supervisor, worker, and employer responsibilities
07Emergency response and incident reporting

Course Details

Duration

~45 Minutes

Self-paced online

Pass Mark

80%

Minimum passing grade

Certificate

of Completion

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Please Note: This course is intended to support workplace awareness and due diligence training. Refresher training should be conducted periodically in accordance with applicable legislation, workplace hazards, operational changes, incident history, and employer requirements.