Do's & Don'ts
Special Situations
Silly, But Unfortunately True
Spacing
Raise 'em Up!
(extension ladders)
(extension ladders)
100
Always maintain ___ points of contact when climbing or descending a ladder.
3
1926.1053(b)(21)
100
When using a ladder near ______, non-conductive side rails should be used
electrically charged components/electricity
1926.1053(b)(12)
100
When working on a ladder, never step/stand on the ____ rung.
Top 1926.1053(b)(13) Never stand on the top rung, nor the top platform - you don't have enough balance and won't be able to catch yourself if you begin to fall.
100
Extra Heavy Duty, type 1A metal or plastic ladders, are designed to withstand ______ times their max intended load.
3.3
1926.1053(a)(1)(i)
100
Rails must extend ___' above an upper landing
3' 1926.1053(b)(1) Prevents movement of ladder & reduces the chance of falling when getting on or off the ladder from a platform. This is BY FAR the most often cited violation for ladders (2004 - there were 802 citations given)
200
Stairrails installed after 3/15/91, shall not be less than ___" from the nose of the tread.
36"
1926.1052(c)(3)(i) Prior to 1991, the standard was 30-34" but due to the population growing taller, the standard has changed. Handrail vs. stairrail: a handrail is located on the wall side of the stairway while the stairrail is on the unprotected/open side of the stairway.
200
Handrails and top rails of a stairrail system shall be capable of withstanding ____lbs of force (applied w/in 2" of the top edge, in any downward or outward direction, anywhere along the length of the top)
200lbs
1926.1052(c)(5)
200
When needing a taller ladder, you should never _____ - get the proper sized ladder!
(DAILY DOUBLE)
Tie two together to form a taller ladder. 1926.1053(a)(7)
(400 points!)
200
On portable ladders, siderails are to be placed a minimum of ____" apart
11 1/2"
1926.1053(a)(4)(ii)
200
The ladder needs to be ___ at the top landing or have a grab rail provided.
(DAILY DOUBLE)
secured/tied off 1926.1053(b)(1) It should also be secured at the bottom when it is in a high traffic area - protects it from accidental bumps/movement.
300
Where doors or gates will open directly onto a stairway, the platform going from the door to the stairway should provide ___" of standing area, past where the door is opened.
20"
1926.1052(a)(4)
300
One point of access should always be kept clear when using an extension ladder - if it's blocked, then a _____ must be provided.
(DAILY DOUBLE)
second point of access 1926.1051(a)(3)
(600 points)
300
Defects can be hidden if a ladder is _____ or covered in an opaque finish, like lacquer.
coated/painted 1926.1053(a)(12)
Always want to check for defects that may cause cuts/punctures or may snag clothes. Want to watch for cracks and corrosion.
300
During construction, anytime there is a break in elevation more than ___", a stairway, ladder or ramp must be available.
19"
1926.1051(a)
400
Ladders should always be set up on _____ surfaces.
level/stable
1926.1053(b)(6)
Want to make sure the area is also free of oils and debris.
400
Rungs are to be spaced no more than 10-___" apart.
14"
1926.1053
400
For every 4' of height, the base of the ladder should be brought out ___' to ensure a proper
resting angle.
1' 1926.1053(b)(5)(i) To check for proper angle, stand at the base of the ladder and stretch your arms out straight until you reach the rungs. If you have to lean over or lean backward to comfortably grab the rung, it is at the wrong angle.
500
Never place a ladder in a doorway or traffic area without ______ the area to prevent accidental knock-overs.
Securing/barricading/blocking off
1926.1053(b)(8)
500
Employer shall ensure that each employee has been trained to recognize hazards by a _____ ______ in fall protection systems, fall hazards, stairways, and ladders
Competent Person
1926.1060(a)(1)(i-iii)
500
Riser height and tread depth must be uniform, within ___" in any stairway system
1/4"
1926.1052(a)(3)
500
Ladders should be taken out of circulation & tagged "Do Not Use" when any of the following conditions exist - Name two.
Broken or missing rungs, cleats or steps;
broken or split rails;
corroded components or otherwise defective components
1926.1051 (6)(16)