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Ladder Inspections by AFW Training Limited
Ladders and stepladders are among the most commonly used pieces of work equipment in the UK, but they are also involved in countless workplace accidents every year. Regular inspections help identify damage, wear, defects, and unsafe equipment before an incident occurs.
Why Are Ladder Inspections Needed?
- Reduce the risk of falls and injuries
- Identify damaged or defective equipment
- Demonstrate compliance with health and safety legislation
- Maintain accurate inspection records
- Extend the service life of your assets
Legal Requirements
Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), employers must ensure that work equipment is suitable, maintained, and inspected where necessary to ensure it remains safe for use.
Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR), equipment used for work at height must be regularly inspected and maintained to minimise risks to employees and others.
Who Needs Ladder Inspections?
Ladder inspections are recommended for any organisation that uses ladders, stepladders, platform steps, or similar access equipment, including:
- Construction companies
- Facilities management providers
- Schools, colleges, and universities
- Warehouses and distribution centres
- Manufacturing facilities
- Retail businesses
- Property maintenance contractors
- Local authorities and public sector organisations
- Any employer whose staff work at height
Our Inspection Service Includes
- Thorough inspection of each ladder asset
- Identification of defects and unsafe equipment
- Individual asset inspection reports
- Asset tagging and identification
- Recommendations for repair, continued use, or disposal
- Documentation to support compliance requirements
How often should ladders be inspected?
Who is allowed to inspect ladders?
What records do we need to keep?
UK law requires you to keep written records of all detailed ladder inspections carried out by a competent person — including defects, actions taken, and the ladder’s unique ID. Pre‑use checks do not need to be recorded.
What happens if a ladder fails inspection?
Call us on 0800 689 5207 or use the button above to contact us.
Why Choose us
Experienced trainers with real-world knowledge of the industry. All our courses are accredited by Qualsafe Awards, Highfield, and FAIB, ensuring national recognition and compliance with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) guidelines.
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Practical, engaging training tailored to your business
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Accredited by Qualsafe Awards, Highfield, and FAIB
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Team Members
Recognised certification upon completion
Accredited Training Provider INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING
We offer fully accredited courses with Qualsafe Awards, Highfield and FAIB. Wherever possible we tailor our training to suit the needs of your business. All trainers hold recognised training qualifications, certificates on the subject that they are training. Some hold professional membership of IOSH and other professional bodies.
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Support & Contact Us
AFW Training Ltd is based in Loughton Essex, specialising in First Aid and Health and Safety Training.
Address
22 Felstead Road, IG10 3BB
Phone
0800 689 5207
info@afwtraining.com
