Ladders
Some Ladder Safety Tips from Home Inspection Help
1. Never stand on the top rung of any latter in less that ladder is
specifically designed for that purpose. Most ladders are not designed to
stand on the top rung.
2. Always look overhead to make sure you are ladder will not run into
any power lines. If you have an aluminum ladder you could be in serious
trouble because aluminum conducts electricity. A fiberglass ladder would
be a good choice in this situation.
3. Make sure the ladder is setting securely on the floor or ground
surface.
4. Make sure all extension ladders are properly locked or engaged in the
proper position before climbing. It's a good idea to visually inspect
the latter before climbing up in case there are any problems.
5. Do not set the latter on a piece of plywood, cardboard or any surface
that could cause the latter to slip at the base.
6. Do not move the latter while someone is moving up and down on it.
7. Do not use extension ladders for scaffolding. I have seen this many
times in the home construction business.
8. Oh and the most important ladder safety tip of all would be to not
walk under a ladder for fear of seven years of bad luck. I had to throw
that one in their and of course I am just kidding around. Feel free to
walk under ladders at your own risk. It is never a good idea to walk
under a ladder anyway.
Uses common sense and think safety.