This document provides an overview of ladder safety. It discusses that over 1 death and 65,000 injuries occur per year from ladder falls. It outlines OSHA regulations for fixed ladders and portable wood, metal, and reinforced plastic ladders. Portable ladders can be single, extension, stepladders, and are selected based on the work surface and load capacity. Ladders must be inspected before each use and stored properly to prevent damage. Proper climbing and carrying techniques are also covered.

1. Ladder Safety

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3. Overview Background Types Selection Climbing/Working Guidelines Inspection Safety carry Storage Examples Quiz

4. Background 1 Death/ Day -Ladder Fall (Http://www.signweb.com) 65,000 Injuries/Year ( Http://www.signweb.com )

5. Regulations Cal OSHA Title 8, Subchapter 7, Group 1, Article 4 Section 3276 Use of Ladders Section 3277 Fixed Ladders Section 3278 Portable Wood Ladders Section 3279 Portable Metal Ladders Section 3280 Portable Reinforced Plastic Ladders Source: http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/sb7g1a4.html

6. Types of Ladders (1) Fixed ladders

7. Types of Ladders (2) Portable ladders

8. Portable Ladders required for activities on a construction site (1) Performance work Stepladder Self supporting Non-adjustable in height Flat steps Hinged back

9. Portable Ladders required for activities on a construction site (2) Access work Single Ladder Non-self supporting Non adjustable in height One section Extension Ladder Non-self supporting Adjustable in length Two sections

10. Portable Ladder Selection Consider work surface Floor Level surface Top support condition Ladders be tall enough to reach work area Non-Conductive Weight capacity rating (person/supplies)

11. Ladder Duty Rating Sources: ANSI A14 and OSHA 1910.26 Type Capable of Supporting Rated Use Type IAA 375 lbs Special Duty Type IA 300 lbs Extra Heavy Duty Industrial Type I 250 lbs Heavy Duty Industrial Type II 225 lbs Medium Duty Commercial Type III 200 lbs Light Duty Household

12. Self Supporting Ladder Use on level surface Fully extend and lock Spreaders Never climb or stand on the top step Maintain three point contact

13. Self Supporting Ladder (Cont.) Use tool belt to carry tools Pulley or hoist High traffic area Co-worker assistance Barricade doors Cones

14. Non- Self Supporting Ladders Use on level surface Height to base ratio Extends 3ft above supporting edge Use tool belt/pulley Stay off the top three rungs Only one person at a time Three point contact

15. Non- Self Supporting Ladders (cont.) The 4:1 Height to Base Ratio

16. Non- Self Supporting Ladders (cont.) Minimum Overlap for Extension Ladders Ladder Height (ft) Minimum Overlap (ft) ≤ 36 3 37 – 48 4 48 – 60 5

17. Safety Ladder Carrying Carry horizontally Hold at midpoint to balance the load. Get help if needed Making turns – be careful!

18. Ladder Inspection Prior to EVERY use Loose or damaged rungs, steps, rails or braces Spreaders can be locked in place Safety feet are present on straight ladders Grease or dirt Paint can hide defects Tag-out ladders ( Do Not Use )

19. Climbing/Working Guidelines Wear slip-resistant footwear ALWAYS face ladder (up and down) Move slowly/cautiously on ladder

20. Ladder Storage ANSI recommendations Dry and ventilated storage area Vertically- support/ tie every 6ft Horizontally- support both ends and middle Do Not store items on top of ladder Warp

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24. WATCH YOUR STEP

25. Contacts David Wei, Safety Specialist 310-206-4189; [email_address]