Basic 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. You should ___
What is stop using the ladder and take it out of service?
Is it safe to stand on the top rung.
What is false?
This ladder can be extended to reach high places.
What is an Extension Ladder?
OSHA requires ladders to be inspected at this frequency.
What is before the first use of each work shift?
You need to carry material up a ladder. The safety way to get it to the top is ____
What is hoist the material up after climbing?
The highest safest standing level on a step ladder is ___
What is two steps down from the top?
When selecting a ladder for a particular job, look on the side rails to identify the ___ & be sure to not exceed it.
What is a Maximum Load Rating?
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. Before climbing, you should ____
What is stabilize the ladder & create a firm ladder base?
You can climb on a leaned step ladder.
What is no, they must be full opened and locked? Unless it is a lean-safe step ladder.
This type of ladder is made from non-conductive materials to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
What is a fiberglass ladder?
Cross bracings on the rear section of step ladders are meant to be used to climb.
What is false, unless it is designed & provided with steps for climbing?
You're 10 ft up in a ladder and need to reach just a little farther to the side. You should ____.
What is climb down and reposition the ladder?
Using a damaged ladder can ___
What is fail and cause serious injury?
Before setting up an extension ladder, you should ____
What is survey the area for a level surface, proper tie off point at top & potential hazards?
When using a extension ladder, the proper pitch is ____
What is 4 to 1 pitch?
You're using an extension ladder to access a roof. You should extend the ladder ____ above the roofline?
What is at least 3 feet?
When calculating weight so that you won't exceed the ladder rating, you need to consider ____
What is your body weight & the weight of the material you will be using?