Ladder Safety Hub

Choose Safety. Choose Life. Choose Werner.

Working at height remains one of the leading causes of fatalities and major injuries in the UK, according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Falls from height account for around a quarter of all workplace deaths - many of which are preventable.

At Werner, ladder safety is always the top priority. We are calling on trade professionals across the UK to put safety first and make informed decisions when working at heights.

To support this, our safety professionals have developed a series of five practical ladder safety guides, released weekly throughout April. Each guide focuses on practical guidelines, common risks and simple steps that can help trade professionals use access equipment correctly and reduce the likelihood of falls. The guides cover key areas including:

Rules for working at height
Reviewing whether a ladder is the best tool for the job at hand
Protocols for safe standing on ladders and the unique advice for differing ladder categories
Safety checklist to follow prior to use
How to safely use tools whilst working at height

Your Ladder Safety Guides

This Week's Featured Ladder Safety Guide

Werner Ladder Safety Guide - Check before you step up

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The 60-Second Set-Up

Reviewing whether a ladder is the best tool for the job at hand.

Werner Ladder Safety Guide - Falls Aren't Funny

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Rules for Working at Height

Falls aren't funny. Quick tips to stay safe.

New ladder safety guides will be added here weekly.

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Climb Smarter

Protocols for safe standing on ladders and the advice for differing ladder categories.

Coming soon

4

The 30‑Second Check

Safety checklist to follow prior to use.

Coming soon

5

HANDS FREE = SAFE

How to safely use tools whilst working at height.

Coming soon

Choose Life. Choose Werner. T-Shirt

To support safer working at height, we are offering a limited run of Choose Life. Choose Werner. T-shirts.

The T-shirt is intended to reinforce the importance of putting safety first on site. Request a T-shirt and help spread the message - Choose Safety. Choose Life.

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Additional Safety Resources

Working at Height Guide

Tips for safe ladder use.

An Employer's Guide to Ladders

How to reduce the risk when working at height.

The Best Ladder for the Job

Help you choose the best ladder for the type of job you are going to work on.

Best Ladders for the Job

Key things to consider when selecting the right ladder for the job.

Inspecting Your Ladder

Guide for what to look out for when carrying out a ladder safety check.

Werner Safety Guide - Ladder Terminology

A Guide to Ladder Terminology

Help you understand the key terms in ladder terminology.

Werner Ladder Safety Guides - Buying the Right Ladder

A Guide to Buying the Right Ladder

Key things to consider when choosing the right equipment for the job.

Werner Ladder Safety Guides - Werner Accessory Guide

Ladder Accessories

Here's an overview of Werner ladder accessories and how they can help you.