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1. Choosing the Right Ladder - using the wrong ladder can be dangerous. Take a minute and plan your task by considering these questions below. • How high do you need to reach? • How much weight will the ladder need to hold? • What is the environment in which the ladder will be used? o (level floor, slick surface, incline, stairs..) 2.
Ladders and stepladders are not banned under health and safety law. In fact they can be a sensible and practical option for low-risk, short-duration tasks, although they should not automatically be your first choice. Make sure that you use the right type of ladder and that you know how to use it safely.
This fact sheet examines some of the hazards workers may encounter while working on stepladders and explains what employers and workers can do to reduce injuries. OSHA’s requirements for stepladders are in Subpart X—Stairways and Ladders of OSHA’s Construction standards.
This guide provides useful information for common health and safety issues relating to the use of ladders relevant to New South Wales WHS laws. It will help you manage the health and safety of workers and others on and around your worksite. Version: 03 Date published: July 2023.
rules apply to all stairways and ladders used in construction, alteration, repair, painting, decorat-ing and demolition of worksites covered by OSHA’s construction safety and health standards. General Requirements These rules specify when employers must provide stairways and ladders. In general, the standards require the following: When there ...
Safe use of ladders and stepladders: An employers’ guide 8 19 Establish the ladder or stepladder is in a safe condition before using it. As a guide, only use ladders or stepladders that: have no visible defects. They should have a pre-use check each working day; have a current detailed visual inspection. These should
Learn more about choosing the right ladder for the job and information on various types of ladders. Ladder Safety Checklist. Take safety into your own hands by following this simple ladder safety checklist. Video: 5 Most Common Ladder Safety Mistakes.