18. Stairways and Ladders
________ use a stepladder as a straight ladder.
A. Never
A landing platform for fixed ladders over 20 feet high must be constructed every 20 feet if the...
A. True
A landing platform for fixed ladders over 20 feet high must be constructed every 20 feet if there is no cage, well, or ladder safety device.
A. True
Do not extend your body beyond the rails of a ladder.
A. True
Metal fixed ladders must be painted to resist corrosion.
A. True
Rated loaded capacity refers to the total weight the ladder can sustain.
A. True
The combined weight of people and equipment on a ladder is called the "maximum intended load"
A. True
The standard ladder configuration is called "single-cleat"
A. True
Toe boards should be installed around floor openings, landings, and stairwells to prevent materials and tools from falling to lower levels.
A. True
You must tag a damaged ladder "do not use" and remove it from the work area.
A. True
Position the ladder correctly, using the _______ rule:
B. 4-to-1
The maximum length of a double section ladder is:
B. 48 feet
Which ladder system allows for two way traffic up and down?
B. Double-cleated ladder
Which ladder systems allows for two way traffic up and down?
B. Double-cleated ladder
Modern ladders are so well-made that safety and inspection are rarely a concern.
B. False
Rungs of straight ladders don't need to be skid resistant
B. False
Each of the following is true of temporary stairs EXCEPT:
B. Lighting is not necessary
Ladder selection is primarily based upon what critical factor(s):
B. Load, size, and task
Heavy duty, industrial-rated Type 1A ladders have a _____ pound weight limitation
C. 300
Unprotected sides and edges are where there is no stair rail system in place at a height of _______ inches or higher.
C. 36
Straight ladders must support ______ times the maximum intended load
C. 4
Stairs should be installed between 30 degrees and:
C. 50 degrees
Common ladder materials include each of the following EXCEPT:
C. Plastic
Light duty ladders have a maximum weight limit of:
D. 200 pounds
Inspect the location of a ladder for:
D. All of the above
Fixed ladders 24 feet or higher must be equipped with:
D. Any of the above
Which of the following must be provided when the length of climb of a fixed ladder exceeds 24 feet:
D. Any of the above