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Each year, more than 511,000 people are treated in hospital emergency rooms, doctors' offices, clinics and other medical settings because they failed to use ladders safely. Ladder violations including lack of training documentation, improper use, and defective or wrong type of ladder is #8 of OSHAs top ten citations.
Choose the Correct Ladder 3 Considerations. Height: is the ladder tall enough? (hint 8 ft ladder = 58) Performance: is the weight capacity rating enough to support the employee and materials??? Material: is the ladder wood, fiberglass or aluminum? Is the ladder to be used to work on energized equipment?
WISHA Regulations
General industry - WAC 296-800-290 Construction - WAC 296-155-Part J
Type 1AA Industrial Special Duty Use - 375 Pounds Type 1A Industrial Extra Heavy Use - 300Pounds Type 1 - Industrial Heavy Use - 250 Pounds Type 2 - Commercial Medium Use - 225 Pounds Type 3 - Household Light Use - 200 Pounds (Type 3 NOT allowed to be used in schools) (Unlabeled ladders not permitted in any workplace)
Ladder inspection
Inspect ladders frequently -- Before each use -- Document thorough inspection monthly Portable metal ladder must be inspected immediately if it tips over Follow manufacturers guidelines for inspection Document inspections and preventative maintenance schedules
Ladder Supports must always be in the locked-down position before climbing the ladder
Maintenance
Remove ladders with structural defects, corrosion, or defective parts from service
Never climb up the back side of a folding ladder, unless the ladder is designed for such use
Never Overreach
Make sure that the locking mechanisms are engaged before you climb the ladder
Both hands must be free when climbing a ladder. Ladders must be stabilized and extend at least 3 feet above the roof edge.
Bad Situations
Key Points
Use proper ladder
3-point contact when climbing or descending 4 to 1 rule Belt buckle rule
Questions?
Don Ebert NEWESD 101Risk Manager 789-3517 / 981-7798