Height Rules
What does 8 ft = 5 ft 8 in mean?
5 ft 8 in is approximate highest standing level for an 8 ft ladder
What is 3 points of contact
3 of 4 (2 hands and 2 feet) must be touching ladder at all times
How often do OSHA guidelines say you should inspect your harness?
Before each use or shift
What is the 4-1 rule
Four every 4 feet of the ladder, the bottom should be one foot out from the structure
What is PFAS
Personal Fall Arrest System
What are some things you should you inspect on a harness before use
Webbing, hardware, tongue buckle leg straps, D ring, labels and instructions
What is the 24 foot rule
OSHA standard requiring fall protection for fixed ladders that extend more than 24 ft above a lower level
What is the belt buckle rule
Belt buckle/torso must stay between the side rails of the ladder
Where should the sub pelvic strap be positioned?
Just below the buttocks
How many feet should the ladder extend past the roof line if you are using a ladder to climb onto a roof?
3 feet
What type of shoes should you never wear on a ladder?
Flip flops
How tight should the leg straps be?
2-3 fingers space
What is the optimal climbing angle
75 degrees
What rating should you check before climbing a ladder?
Weight rating
What should you do with a harness immediately after it was used in a fall
Remove it from service