Posted By ray king I've been asked to create a Ladder register, It will accommodate at least 500 buildings, as anyone got any advise.

Posted By Paul Oliver Ray, i would suggest that you start by creating a policy on ladder use and working at height as a whole. your policy could include types and uses of ladders, visual inspection prior to use, defect reporting procedures, training requirements etc. creating a list of ladders not only identifies the use of these items of work equipment but also identifys a need to manage the use of the equipment. it may seem over the top but i have dealt with HSE inspectors who have wanted to see training documentation for the use of ladders, risk assessments showing the use of ladders with suitable control measures, and also ladders inspection checklists. bearing in mind that work at height is a HSE Action area, it can attract a lot of attention should something go wrong. however with a suitale managemernt plan in place i see no reason why the issue cannot be suitably managed. contact HSE books as they can provide you with suitbale material, videos etc.