Items Tagged with 'Ladder safety'

From 1992 to 2005, at least 154 workers were killed after a metal ladder they were using came in contact with an overhead power line, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data cited in a recent NIOSH review.

Although ladders aren’t as complex as other equipment, their relative simplicity can lead to a lack of training for some workers, one safety expert says.

OSHA’s standard on ladders (1926.1053) rounded out the top five of the agency’s annual Top 10 list of most cited standards for fiscal year 2020. Violations of the standard totaled 2,129. In FY 2019, the standard drew 2,766 violations.

“Ladders are tools,” the American Ladder Institute says. “Many of the basic safety rules that apply to most tools also apply to the safe use of a ladder.”

Glasgow, Scotland — More regular deep cleaning of ladders is among the tips the Ladder Association has developed for employers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The LDP7306 LEANSAFE X3 Dual Purpose Leaning Ladder is a professional three-in-one multipurpose ladder that seamlessly changes from a stepladder to straight ladder with one adjustment.

Extension ladders typically have two sections that use brackets or guides to make them adjustable, allowing workers to perform tasks at various heights. However, the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety warns, extension ladders are not self-supporting and require “a stable structure that can withstand the intended load.”

How do I know if my leaning ladder is safe?

Available in three lengths, the Multi-Position Pro Ladder includes 32 adjustable positions, allowing workers to do more jobs without needing to buy additional scaffolding brackets.

Do workers need to be tied off while on a ladder?