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Ladder Materials and Ratings Training Short

Name: Ladder Materials and Ratings Training Short
Brand: Training Shorts
SKU: ATS035-2
Availability: OnlineOnly

Learn ladder materials and load ratings to choose the safest option for any job.

2 minutes

2023

SKU: ATS035-2

Training Objectives

Recognize ladder materials and their appropriate uses

Understand ladder load ratings for safe weight limits

Course Overview

Choosing the right ladder involves more than just height—it requires understanding the materials and load capacities that ensure safety and performance.

This course introduces the most common ladder materials, including aluminum, wood, steel, and fiberglass. Learners will explore the advantages and limitations of each material, such as aluminum’s lightweight portability, wood’s suitability for electrical work, steel’s durability for industrial environments, and fiberglass’s non-conductive properties when dry. Knowing these differences helps prevent hazards and ensures the ladder matches the task.

REG (1926.1053, 1910.22(D), 1910.23, 1910.145

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Wood and fiberglass ladders are preferred because they do not conduct electricity.

Aluminum conducts electricity, which can create a serious shock hazard.

It includes the total weight of the user plus any tools or materials.

Type IAA ladders have the highest capacity at 375 pounds.

Exceeding weight limits can lead to ladder failure and serious injury.

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$55

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Volume discounts available

2-minute interactive course

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Multiple language options

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Disclaimer: OSHA has several regulations around both portable and fixed ladders. The employer must ensure that ladder usage meets the material requirements, situation-appropriate, and equipment maintenance expectations under standards 1926.1053, 1910.22(d), 1910.23, and 1910.145 - along with other relevant standards. Ladders are to be used only for the purposes for which they were designed, must be inspected before use, and be regularly checked for defects and damage - and removed from service as necessary. This module does not, and is not intended to, replace OSHA standards or other ladder safety requirements. The content of this training is for general informational purposes only.