OSHA: Ladder Safety

When climbing up or down a ladder you should do which of the following?

-Face the ladder -Maintain 3 point of contact -Keep hands free by carrying tools in a tool belt -Grip the rungs or rails securely

Which of the following are things to look for during a ladder inspection?

-The rungs are firmly attached to the side rails -It is free from oils, grease or any substance that may cause slipping -All hardware is secure and there are no loose or missing parts

Which of the following are safe work practices when on a ladder?

-Keep the center of your body within the side rails of the ladder -Do not try to move the ladder when you are on it- climb down and move it

Match the potentially hazardous situation on the left with the best work practice that will reduce tor eliminate the risk on the right

1. A ladder must be set up on an incline or uneven surface. - Use a ladder leveler 2. Setting up a ladder on grass or loose surface - Place ladder's feet in the spiked position 3. A ladder must be set up in front of a doorway - Post a guard near the ladder 4. A ladder will be used to climb on or off a roof - Secure the ladder at the top with wire, rope, or straps

The four commercial classifications for ladders are listed below. Place these duty ratings in the correct order, from the least to the greatest weight capacity.

1. Type II 2. Type I 3. Type 1A 4. Type 1AA

When using a step ladder, never climb more than which step from the top?

2nd

When a straight or extension ladder is used to climb onto or off an upper surface, it must be extended at least how many feet beyond the surface?

3 feet

To help achieve the correct ladder angle against a structure, you should follow what rule?

4-to-1

Straight and extension ladders are safest to use when they lean against a structure at what degree angle?

75

On this ladder, what's the highest step that a worker should stand on?

B

Yous should always inspect a ladder _______.

Before each use

On this ladder, what's the highest rung that a worker should climb to?

C

Which ladder is set up at the safest angle?

C

Which of the answers below accurately describes the 4-to-1 rule when setting up a ladder?

For every 4 feet of height that a ladder reaches, the base of the ladder must be moved back 1 foot

Which of the following ladders can be used around electricity?

Only A and C (Wood and Fiberglass)

To ensure a ladder's stability, place its feet on a surface that is firm, level, and dry

True