A Frame Step Ladder Safety

A pre use check should be carried out by.

A frame step ladder safety.

A14 2 a14 5 ladder safety requirements not an osha standard included to be used as guidance to meet osha s requirements. Look for overhead power lines before handling a ladder. Place a ladder on boxes barrels or other unstable bases. After something has changed ie a ladder dropped or moved from a dirty area to a clean area check state or condition of feet.

Before using the ladder for a work task. Two feet on the same step and the body knees or chest supported by the stepladder to maintain three points of contact. 2 do not use a step ladder in a folded and leaning position in place of a straight ladder. Step ladders should only be used in a fully open position with side braces and cross braces locked.

Falls from portable ladders step straight combination and extension are one of the leading causes of occupational fatalities and injuries. Read and follow all labels markings on the ladder. Your work will be easier and more productive too. 3 two stepladders can be used to support a work platform.

Health and safety executive safe use of ladders and stepladders page 5 of 7. I know that that s just plain common sense you can avoid a ladder injury if you think before you act and use ladders correctly. Every time you use a ladder you should do a pre use check beforehand to make sure that it is safe for use. Work at height will provide you with more detailed information.

Make sure a safe handhold is available 4. As you read the safety guidelines you may say. It has two front side rails and two rear side rails. Do not straddle an a frame ladder do not move a ladder while standing on the rungs.

Use the top step or cap as a step. Do not extend a ladder while standing on the rungs. The guide to the safety health and welfare at work general application regulations 2007 part 4. Step ladders those that can be moved should only be used when they are in the fully opened position before using a ladder it is best to ensure that it has no visible defects and is clean from.

Standing on the ladder.