This essential safety training covers the proper selection, inspection, setup, and use of portable ladders in workplace environments. Workers across all industries will learn how to prevent falls—one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities and serious injuries—through proper ladder safety practices and compliance with OSHA regulations. The program teaches participants to select the right ladder for each job based on height requirements, weight capacity, and working conditions. Workers will learn the critical 4-to-1 ratio for ladder angle, the importance of three-point contact while climbing, and how to safely position and secure ladders on various surfaces and conditions. Topics include OSHA ladder safety standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart X), differences between stepladders and extension ladders, pre-use inspection procedures to identify damaged or defective ladders, proper ladder setup including securing the base and top, maintaining three points of contact while climbing, safe working positions to avoid overreaching, electrical hazards when using metal ladders, fall protection requirements for ladders over certain heights, and proper storage and maintenance. This training helps workers understand that most ladder accidents are preventable through proper equipment selection, inspection, and safe work practices.