LADDER SAFETY
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Hazards
Injury statistics show that the use of ladders presents many hazards. Injuries involving ladders
frequently cause permanent disability.
The hazards associated with ladders include:
Falls from ladders
MSDs from lifting while on ladders
Struck by falling ladders
Struck by materials falling from ladders
Tripping over ladders (erect or lying on floor)
Lifting heavy ladders
Striking persons or objects when carrying ladders
Contact with electrical equipment
Controls
To mitigate hazards apply the following controls:
Develop a policy on ladders which covers use, inspection, repair, and disposal
Emphasize compliance with the legal requirements covering ladders
Establish safe practices for the use of ladders
Ensure that policies are followed
Consider options that may allow the work to be done without having to use a ladder in the first
place: Can the work be lowered so it can be done at regular height? Can mirrors, cameras or other
devices be used to monitor processes from ground level? Is there a way to get the work done without
putting an individual at risk on the ladder?
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