Types of Ladders
This common ladder has flat steps and a hinged design, often used for indoor tasks.
What is a Step Ladder?
According to OSHA, this many points of contact must be maintained when climbing a ladder.
What is three?
You're about to climb a ladder and notice one of the rungs is cracked. What should you do?
What is stop using the ladder and report or replace it immediately?
Is it safe to stand on the top rung?
What is no?
What sets ladder safety standards?
What is OSHA and ANSI?
This ladder can be extended to reach high places and is often used for outdoor work like painting or roofing.
What is an Extension Ladder?
OSHA requires ladders to be inspected at this frequency.
What is before the first use on each work shift?
You need to carry a heavy toolbox up a ladder. What is the safety way to get it to the top?
What is use a tool belt or hoist on the toolbox up after climbing?
Can you use a ladder in front of a door?
What is only if the door is locked or guarded?
What is the highest safe standing level?
This ladder has a platform at the top for standing or placing tools, offering more stability for long tasks.
What is a Platform Ladder?
Ladders must not be placed in front of these unless they are locked, blocked or guarded.
What are doors?
You're working outside and the ladder is on soft, uneven ground. What should you do before climbing?
What is level and stabilize the ladder using a firm base or ladder levelers?
Is it okay to lean on a step ladder?
What is no, they must be full opened and locked?
What's the most common ladder injury?
What is falls resulting in fractures or sprains?
This ladder folds into multiple configurations, including a scaffold or stairway ladder.
What is an combination ladder?
OSHA mandates fall protection for ladders that exceed this height.
What is 24 feet?
You're 10 ft up in a ladder and need to reach just a little farther to the side. What is the safest move?
What is climb down and reposition the ladder?
Can you use a metal ladder near power lines?
Designed for use on uneven surfaces like stairs, this ladder has adjustable legs for balance.
What is a Twin-Step Ladder or Stair Ladder?
This OSHA regulation number outlines the general requirements for ladder safety in the workplace.
What is CFR 1910.23?
You're using an extension ladder to access a roof. How far should the ladder extend above the roofline?
What is at least 3 feet?
What's wrong with using a damaged ladder?
What is it can fail and cause serious injury?
What's the penalty for OSHA violations?
What is fines that can exceed $15,000 per violation?