Jenkins Academy of Applied Technology
SL-001 — Employer workplace component
Stairways and Ladders · v1.0.0 · October 22, 2026
Course developed by Todd Jerome Jenkins, MS, CSP.
This online knowledge component does not qualify a ladder installer, designate a competent person or authorize fall-system use or rescue. The employer must identify the applicable rules, provide actual equipment and task training, verify safe performance and implement inspection, access and protective arrangements.
Complete this worksheet using the actual workplace and current plan. A blank form or course score is not evidence that the action occurred. Record actual dates and observations. Print or save a completed copy before closing; entries are not automatically stored. Keep private health details out of this worksheet.
| Component | Actual evidence |
|---|---|
| Task and rule | Identify construction or general industry, actual route, traffic, equipment, load and additional applicable standards. |
| Inspection and correction | Use the applicable inspection timing and responsible personnel; isolate defects and verify safe repair or replacement. |
| Setup and access | Demonstrate stable placement, landing transitions, electrical and traffic controls, safe climbing and material handling. |
| Fixed systems and stairs | Verify fixed-ladder dates and protection, stair design and temporary treads, handrails, stair rails and landing protection. |
| Training and retraining | Provide applicable competent- or qualified-person instruction, understandable equipment practice, safe skill checks and gap-triggered retraining. |
Use the actual work and plan. Arrange clear instruction, questions, teach-back and suitable safe practice. Correct a critical gap before relying on the arrangement. Academy discussions are asynchronous and are not an emergency contact route.
- Access and equipment planning
- Ladder inspection and removal
- Portable setup and fixed-ladder protection review
- Stairway, handrail and stair-rail review
- Equipment training, proficiency and retraining record
Sources
- OSHA 1926.1051
- OSHA 1926.1052
- OSHA 1926.1053
- OSHA 1926.1060
- OSHA 1910.22
- OSHA 1910.23
- OSHA 1910.25
- OSHA 1910.28
- OSHA 1910.29
- OSHA 1910.30
- OSHA 1910.333
Federal sources reviewed October 22, 2026. Confirm the actual work, jurisdiction and applicable additional requirements. OSHA guidance supports planning; it is distinguished from mandatory standard text.