Hello and happy Thursday I don't suppose anyone has a stepladder permit I could crib off them please I bow to you L

PTW's have been regularly discussed on this site so please look up the advice etc. and they can be used everywhere irrespective, however their unnecessary use can be a backward step

I second this. This is what we do!

We use a dynamic risk assessment not a permit, for use of stepladders not computers -:)

I never thought I would live to see the day when a gentleman who goes skydiving at weekends asks for a permit to work for using a stepladder. "Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated" Confucius. Seriously though Lojikglos my response is as much tongue in cheek as your original 'simple question' which I think you should have kept until Friday as it is an absolute cracker.

Judging by some of the responses to the question some have never worked on a major contractor site. Working from steps is generally managed by a PTW system when they need to be used.

Hi Lojikglos, Provided that the stepladder is the only way forward to get the job done I would suggest briefing your client/employer - surely you've already done it - on the basic aspects of ladder safety: pre-use checks, maintenance and regular inspections (weekly, monthly, quarterly...depending on how and where ladders are being used). PTW for using a ladder is disproportionate and completely unproductive - I can't see where they could be of any use - A tag/labelling/colour coding would be a useful tool to show staff whether the ladder it's fit for purpose. Finally, observe managers and staff behaviour and coach/re-train them as required. I've recently had to review the WAH, PUWER, LOLER and MHSAW regs. and their ACoP and could not see anything that suggested a PTW system in regards to ladders Obviously, if the client/employer persists and your job is at stake then, you have two options, giving in to their requests or say good bye. regards, Javi.