Ladder Inspection checklist to record periodic safety inspections of all types of ladders. Supports WHS compliance and provides clear records for managing ladder condition and safe use.
This Ladder Inspection checklist is designed for periodic inspection of ladders by a competent person, helping businesses ensure ladders remain safe for use and compliant with WHS requirements. It is suitable for any workplaces that use step ladders, extension ladders, platform ladders and other ladder types, providing a simple and consistent way to document inspections and identify defects.
Key features
- Suitable for all types of ladders including step, extension, platform and multi-purpose ladders
- Prompts for Pass / Fail / N/A responses, and captures comments and photos for 'fail' responses
- Includes photo upload to support record keeping
- Covers key inspection points including stiles, rungs, braces, fixings, feet and overall condition
- Includes conditional checks for ladder material and type, such as fibreglass and timber ladders
Using a documented ladder inspection process helps identify damage, wear and defects that may not be noticed during pre-use checks, ensuring unsafe ladders are removed from service and supporting compliance with legal requirements.
This form is intended for periodic inspection use and does not replace pre-use visual checks or manufacturer maintenance requirements.
For enquiries, customisations, or tailored form solutions, contact Acacia Safety Consulting.
Disclaimer
This inspection checklist has been developed for common types of industrial ladder and is intended to assist businesses in meeting their legal obligations to provide for the safe use of equipment. However, before using this checklist, you must review and update it to ensure that it is suitable for the specific plant, equipment, tasks, and site conditions relevant to your workplace. Ensure the checklist reflects the inspection and maintenance requirements specified by the manufacturer of your equipment.
Acacia Safety Consulting makes no representation that this checklist will be suitable for any particular equipment without modification, and accepts no liability for incidents, injuries, or regulatory action arising from its use. This document must be reviewed, adapted, and authorised by a competent person within your business.
