LADDER SAFETY

MUHAMMAD REHAN KHANMAINTENANCE ENGINEER

WHY LADDER SAFETY IS IMPORTANT?

– Wrong ladder used

– Ladder in poor condition

– Ladder used improperly

3 Most Common Causes Of Ladder Accidents

1. Inspect all ladders

4. Avoid risky behavior

5. Report ladder safety problems

2. Follow ladder safety rules

3. Use common sense

Five Simple Steps to Reduce the Risk of Falls

Ladders

1. Fixed Ladder

2. Portable Ladder

Design requirements of Ladders – OSHA 1910.27

Minimum design live load shall be a single concentrated load of 200 pounds

Design requirements of Ladders – OSHA 1910.27

All parts shall be free of sharp edges, burrs, splinters or projections

42”

7’

27”

Design requirements of Ladders – OSHA 1910.27

After every 20’ height, landing platform must be provided

Landing platform must have standard railings and toe boards

Landing platforms shall not be less than 24” in width and 30” in length

Maintain 3 points of contact

Do not carry material

Ladder Inspections– Steps/rungs– Side rails– Metal parts– Rope– Locking devices– Splinters/sharp edges– Safety feet– Dents

General guidelines for using ladders

Maintain 3 points of contact

Do not carry material

General guidelines for using ladders

Maintain 3 points of contact

Housekeeping

General guidelines for using ladders

What to Do with a Defective Ladder

– Don’t use it– Don’t try to repair it

Climbing and Descending

Never climb a ladder if you are impaired

Never slide down a ladder

Carry tools on a belt or shoulder strap

Don’t climb too high

Face the ladder

One person at a time

Check your shoes

Working on a Ladder

– Hold on– Keep centered– Stay straight and

close to the ladder– Move carefully

– Lean too far– Reach too high– Try to reposition

ladder while on it

Ladder Maintenance

– Check joints– Test hardware and

fittings– Lubricate moveable

parts– Replace worn rope on

extension ladders – Make sure safety feet

are in good condition– Clean rungs and

steps

Key Points to Remember

•Ladder accidents can cause serious injuries or death.

•You have the power to prevent accidents.

•Always choose the right ladder for the job and inspect before use.

•Set up ladders correctly and climb safely.

•Be careful when working on ladders and avoid overreaching.