Ladder Safety: Construction Sites is a 20-minute online course that covers proper ladder selection, setup, use, inspection, and storage on construction jobsites as required by OSHA under 29 CFR 1926.1053. It is designed for construction workers, site supervisors, and safety managers and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Ladder misuse is one of the leading causes of construction injuries and death, and it ranks consistently among OSHA's most frequently cited violations. In FY 2025, ladder safety under 29 CFR 1926.1053 ranked third on OSHA's Top 10 Most Cited list with 2,405 violations. The industries with the highest citation rates include roofing, framing, siding, and residential construction - all trades where frequent ladder use and fast-paced schedules create conditions for shortcuts and complacency. Falls from ladders result in fractures, concussions, spinal cord injuries, and fatalities that are entirely preventable with proper training and consistent enforcement.
This course trains your team on the complete lifecycle of safe ladder use in construction - from selecting the right ladder for the job to storing it properly after the shift. Your employees will learn OSHA's regulatory requirements for ladder construction, weight capacity, setup angles, and three-point contact. The training covers extension ladders, stepladders, and job-made ladders, and includes practical guidance on ladder accessories like stabilizers, levelers, and standoff devices. Whether your crews are accessing rooftops, working on scaffolds, or climbing to elevated work platforms, this course gives them the knowledge to use ladders safely every day.
Ladder safety in construction is regulated under OSHA's 29 CFR 1926.1053 (part of Subpart X - Stairways and Ladders), which sets requirements for ladder construction, capacity, setup, use, inspection, and training. In FY 2025, ladder violations ranked third on OSHA's Top 10 Most Cited list with 2,405 total violations - behind only fall protection and hazard communication. The most common citations involve improper ladder selection, unsafe setup angles, failure to maintain three points of contact, and using damaged or defective ladders. Under 29 CFR 1926.1060, employers must train all employees who may use ladders on recognizing hazards and proper procedures before the employee begins work. Serious ladder violations carry penalties up to $16,550 per instance, and willful violations can reach $165,514. OSHA frequently cites ladder violations alongside fall protection violations because many ladder-related falls occur at heights above six feet where additional fall protection should have been provided.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English, Spanish, French, and Multi-Language CC at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.