Ladders
Ladders are commonly used in a number of industries, and they are a frequent source of injuries in the workplace. For information on choosing, setting up, and working safely from ladders, see the following resources. You can also find resources for particular types of ladders.
Resources
Risk Assessment Checklist for Ladder Safety
Before choosing any piece of equipment for working at heights, you must assess the risk. If you are thinking of using a ladder, evaluate all hazards associated with the environment, the equipment, and...
The Ladder Challenge Game
Step up your ladder safety
The Ladder Challenge is an interactive safety game that lets you learn by doing. The game is set on a residential construction site, where you can...
Ladder Safety in Construction
This web book, viewable online from a desktop computer or mobile device, gives an overview of using ladders safely in the construction industry. It includes knowing when to use a ladder, choosing the...
Electrical Safety: Ladder Contact
In this video, a house painter contacts a power line with a ladder. A work plan should always be created by a supervisor and communicated to all workers on site to reduce the risk of electrical contact.
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