2026 OSHA Standards Update

Ladder SafetyOnline Training

Online training designed by trainers with 15+ years of onsite experience, aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1053 and Subpart X — covering ladder selection, inspection, safe operation, stability, and hazard recognition for construction and general industry workers.

4.9 from 5,400+ learners
Individual Enrollment
$39.97one-time
Course Length
60–90 min
  • Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1053 & Subpart X
  • Unlimited free exam retakes
  • Instant Certificate of Completion
  • 90 days of course access, any device
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100% Online Training & Licensing
60–90 Min Average Completion
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Course Overview

Aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1053 and Subpart X for ladder safety training.

Our Ladder Safety Online Training course is designed by trainers with 15+ years of onsite training experience. It teaches employees how to prevent injuries and fatalities caused by improper ladder use. The course covers equipment and anatomy, maintenance and inspections, safe operations and stability, common hazards, and more.

Each class contains intermittent practice quiz questions to prepare students for the final written exam. Upon successful completion, you will have immediate online access to your certificate of completion. You also have the option to download practical evaluations to complete under employer supervision, ensuring mastery of the safety training topics.

Ladder Equipment & Anatomy
Understand the components and construction of portable wood, metal, and reinforced plastic ladders, as well as fixed ladders and ladder stands.
Maintenance & Inspections
Learn pre-use and periodic inspection procedures to identify damage, wear, and defects that could lead to failure or falls.
Safe Operations & Stability
Master proper setup angles, three-point contact, securing ladders, and working safely at height on various ladder types.
Common Hazards & Prevention
Recognize and avoid hazards such as overreaching, incorrect footing, electrical contact, and using damaged equipment.
OSHA & ANSI Standards Covered
  • 29 CFR 1910.25 – Portable Wood Ladders
  • 29 CFR 1910.26 – Portable Metal Ladders
  • 29 CFR 1910.27 – Fixed Ladders
  • 29 CFR 1910.29 – Ladder Stands & Scaffolds
  • 29 CFR 1926.1053 – Ladders
  • 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X – Stairways & Ladders
  • 1915.72 Subpart – Shipyard Ladders
  • 1917.118 & 119 – Marine Terminal Ladders
  • OSH Act of 1970 / 29 CFR 1926.21
  • ANSI ASC A14.1–A14.7 Ladder Standards
Who It's For

If your crew climbs, this is your course.

This course is designed for employees and supervisors who use, inspect, or oversee work involving ladders in construction, maintenance, warehouse, and industrial settings. It provides the foundation needed to work at height confidently and safely.

Construction Workers
Maintenance Technicians
Warehouse Staff
Electricians
Painters & Drywallers
Roofers
Site Supervisors
Safety Coordinators
Stay Compliant

One training program. Nationwide compliance.

Our Ladder Safety course is aligned with OSHA's construction and general industry ladder requirements in every state. We update the material as standards evolve — so your team stays compliant and current on the regulations that protect them.

5.4k+
Learners certified
98%
First-attempt pass rate
60–90 min
Average completion
29 CFR 1926.1053
Ladders — selection, use, and safe practices for construction workplaces.
29 CFR 1926 Subpart X
Stairways and Ladders — fall protection and training requirements.
29 CFR 1910.25–1910.29
General industry ladder and scaffold walking/working surface standards.
ANSI ASC A14 Series
National safety requirements for wood, metal, plastic, and mobile ladder stands.
From the field

Trusted by the people doing the work.

4.9 average · 9,800+ reviews
"The ladder inspection section alone saved us from a bad extension ladder that had a cracked rail. I notice things now that I never would have before."
Brian K.
Maintenance Tech · Cleveland, OH
"We onboard new hires with this course before they ever step on a job site. It's thorough, fast, and gives us documentation we can show auditors."
Sandra L.
Safety Manager · Portland, OR
"I use ladders every day. This course reminded me of the three-point contact rule and proper angle setup, simple things that prevent serious falls."
Miguel R.
Electrician · San Antonio, TX
"Our insurance agent recommended documented ladder training. This was affordable, easy to assign, and everyone passed on the first try."
Diane P.
Warehouse Lead · Memphis, TN
"I've been painting for 12 years and thought I knew ladders. The section on setup angles and load ratings actually changed how I work."
James T.
Painter · Denver, CO
"We had a close call with a stepladder last year. Since rolling out this training, our crew is more aware and our near-miss reports have dropped significantly."
Angela W.
Site Supervisor · Tampa, FL
"Affordable, comprehensive, and mobile-friendly. My crews complete it on their phones between jobs. Great for refresher training too."
Robert H.
General Contractor · Austin, TX
"The ladder inspection section alone saved us from a bad extension ladder that had a cracked rail. I notice things now that I never would have before."
Brian K.
Maintenance Tech · Cleveland, OH
Frequently Asked

Questions, answered.

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Yes. The training is aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1053 (Ladders), 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X (Stairways and Ladders), and applicable general industry standards including 29 CFR 1910.25, 1910.26, 1910.27, and 1910.29. It also references ANSI ladder safety standards for wood, metal, and reinforced plastic ladders.

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