Stepladder Safety Toolbox Talk
A stepladder is not a scaffold - use it correctly
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Falls from stepladders are among the most common causes of workplace injury and death. A stepladder is designed for light, short-duration work only. This toolbox talk addresses the main causes of accidents: overreaching, standing on top steps, and using damaged equipment.
What Your Team Will Learn
- Recognise the four main hazards: overreach, top steps, instability, condition
- Inspect stepladders before each use for damage and defects
- Ensure spreaders lock fully open before climbing
- Keep hips within the stiles - never overreach
- Never stand on the top two steps or platform
What's Covered
Key Topics
- •Why Stepladder Safety matters - statistics and real-world impact
- •Legal requirements - employer and employee duties under UK law
- •Key hazards and risk factors to recognise
- •Step-by-step safe working practices
- •Common mistakes to avoid
- •Warning signs to watch for and report
- •Do's and Don'ts quick reference guide
- •Discussion questions for team engagement
What's Included
- Comprehensive 2-page toolbox talk
- Attendance register with 18 sign-off rows
- Session info table (date, location, presenter, duration)
- Editable Word format - add your logo and customise
- Ready to print and deliver
Regulatory Compliance
Work at Height Regulations 2005
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Stepladders should only be used when other safer equipment is not justified for the task. Work must be low-risk and short duration. This toolbox talk reinforces correct selection, inspection and use of stepladders.
Key Takeaway
“Check it, open it fully, stay within the stiles. If you're reaching, you're risking.”
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