Ladder & Stair Safety

Ladder and Stair Safety Courses Overview

Our Ladder and Stair Safety courses are built to support a wide range of roles, from hands-on workers to safety leaders. Whether you're climbing ladders on the job site or managing safety protocols for your team, these courses provide targeted instruction to match your responsibilities and work environment. This range of options ensures every team member understands how to recognize hazards, use equipment correctly, and prevent falls and injuries. These programs complement broader Fall Protection training by focusing on everyday scenarios where ladders and stairs are commonly used across various industries.

Learn at your own pace with our fully online, self-guided courses. Once enrolled, you’ll go through clear learning objectives, complete interactive training modules, and finish with a final exam. Upon passing the exam, you’ll instantly receive a digital certificate of completion for your records or to share with your employer.

• Each course is built around current workplace safety regulations and best practices with helpful customer support available if you need assistance.
• Refunds may be available for eligible customers. Please see our Refund Policy page for full details.
• Select courses are also offered in Spanish. You can view our Spanish offerings here.
• To ensure a smooth learning experience, review our System & Browser Requirements page before getting started.

What Does Ladder and Stair Safety Training Cover?

Ladder- and stair-related incidents are among the most common causes of workplace falls, especially in construction, maintenance, and industrial settings. These incidents often result from improper setup, misuse, or lack of training. To address this, OSHA requires training for workers who use ladders and stairways in construction settings, and for those exposed to fall hazards on walking-working surfaces in general industry.

Our Ladder and Stair Safety Training may cover various topics depending on the course selected, including general awareness and task-specific best practices. Topics commonly addressed include:

• Choosing the appropriate ladder for the job
• Proper ladder setup and placement
• The three-point contact rule
• Visual inspection and criteria for removing unsafe equipment
• Securing ladders to prevent movement
• Handrail and guardrail guidelines
• Basic stair tread and riser requirements
• Use and maintenance of mobile ladder stands
• Housekeeping practices to reduce slips and trips
• Reporting hazards and responding to incidents

What Standards Are Covered?

Depending on the course, content may reference or align with applicable OSHA standards related to ladders, stairways, and fall prevention, including:

29 CFR 1926 Subpart X: Covers safety requirements for ladders and stairways used in construction.

29 CFR 1910 Subpart D: Outlines walking-working surface requirements for general industry, including ladders, stairways, and fall protection systems.

§1910.30 – General Industry Training Requirements: Specifies when training is required for fall hazards in general industry settings.

§1926.1060 – Construction Training Requirements: Details required training elements for workers using ladders and stairways on construction sites.

These standards are commonly referenced to ensure workers receive instruction that supports both safety goals and regulatory compliance.