August Ladder Safety
8/22/2017 (Permalink)
As the scorching heats slowly cools down, people are having outside work done to get ready for the Fall season.
Ladder climbing takes place various outside jobs; painting, cleaning cutters and trimming trees.
Take precautions and follow these safety tips:
- Make sure to inspect the ladder before using it. Check for broken or missing parts, as well as slippery spots.
- Place the ladder on a firm, even ground to ensure stability.
- Use the 4 to 1 rule; if the ladder touches the wall 16 feet above the ground, the feet of the ladder should be 4 feet away from the wall.
- Always check to make sure the braces are fully extended and locked in place before climbing up.
- Keep you feet braced against the side rails and lean sightly forward. Never reach more than a comfortable arm's length away.
- Always face the ladder when ascending or descending.
- If at all possible; work within sight of someone in case of emergency.