Ladder
A piece of equipment consisting of a series of bars or steps between two upright lengths of wood, metal, or rope, used for climbing up or down something.
How to use ladder safely?
- Rungs of the ladder and the sole of the safety shoes shall be free from Grease/ Oil.
- Inspect the ladder for defects before use.
- Ensure that non-slid base of the ladder is intact.
- Lock the “A” frame ladder before use and don’t over reach.
- Do not use the ladder if a rung is missing or defective.
- Do not use the top-two rungs.
- Do not use “A” type ladder as a straight ladder.
- Use the tool pouch attached to the belt to carry the tools.
- Tie the ladder on top and bottom.
- Ladder shall project at least 1 m beyond the landing level.
- Slope of the straight ladder shall not be less than 75 deg.
- Do not use mobile phone while using ladder.
- Do not use metallic ladders near electrical installations.
- Use fall protection while working near edges of the buildings.
- Face the ladder while ascending and descending.
- Hold the rungs and not the stiles.
- More than one person shall not use a ladder at the same time.
- Site made wooden ladders shall not be used.
- It is advisable to use mobile scaffolds (instead of ladders) to access workplaces beyond 4 m height.