WHY IS THIS INSPECTION CHECKLIST REQUIRED?

This portable ladder inspection checklist forms part of the portable ladder(s) inspection process and allows details of the portable ladder(s) inspection to be recorded and filed.

This e-checklist guide is provided to all users free of charge.

WHY IS THIS INSPECTION IMPORTANT?

This inspection checklist is important because it records details of portable ladder inspections. These details can be then used to plan and carry out actions to resolve any issues identified affecting the readiness of portable ladders in the workplace.

These checklists also provide evidence to an inspector that regular checks are being made concerning portable ladders, meaning the employer is being compliant by completing workplace inspections and proactive in identifying new concerns and resolving these.

In cases where portable ladder issues may occur, these inspections may be important as evidence to show the workplace readiness of portable ladders, where legal concerns or financial claims may be involved. 

INSPECTION FREQUENCY

This inspection checklist needs to be completed every 30 days (monthly) as part of the monthly portable ladder inspection and annual inspection process.

The number of completed inspection checklists for an annual cycle = 12.

VALIDITY

This inspection checklist needs to be completed by a person competent and appointed to do so and also needs to be signed and dated by that person. The inspection must be kept on record and made available to any interested parties who may wish to see it or refer to it at a later time.

HOW DOES THIS WORK AS A CONTROL MEASURE?

In the hierarchy of controls, this inspection checklist forms part of the administrative control measures which should be in place to ensure that workplace equipment inspections are conducted and recorded on a regular basis within the business. This inspection checklist records the details for portable ladder inspections in the workplace and provides evidence of control measure checks for the safe use of portable ladders in the workplace.