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1. A MEMIC Minute Ladder Safety According to the Consumer Product Safety Council each year there are more than 164 000 emergency room treated injuries in the U S relating to ladders Here is a review of the various ladder types and some ladder safety fundamentals Be sure to choose a ladder that is rated appropriately for the intended load There are five ladder Duty Ratings e Type IAA Extra Heavy Duty 375 pounds e Type IA Extra Heavy Duty 300 pounds e Type Heavy Duty 250 pounds e Type Il Medium Duty 225 pounds e Type Ill Light Duty 200 pounds All ladders must be inspected before each use for serviceable condition The manufacturer will define what is considered serviceable condition in the user s manual Ladders must be set up properly in order to provide a stable work platform By setting up the ladder properly you reduce the chance the ladder will fail or move unexpectedly Stepladders e Must be used in the fully extended position with all four feet supported and the arms locked e Face the ladder when ascending or descending e Unless otherwise stated in the manufacturer s instructions the user must not stand on or above the second to last step Extension ladders e Extension ladders must be set up at the proper angle of 75 degrees A simple rule for setting up the ladder at the proper angle is to place the base a distance from the wall or upper support equal to one quarter of the extended length of the lad2. der side rails a 4 1 ratio The ladder must also be secured from sliding at the top or kicking out at the base e Extend the top of the ladder at least 3 above the landing e Never carry anything up or down a ladder that could cause a loss of balance e Always be aware of overhead electrical wires and remain a safe distance away Carry ladders horizontally While using any ladder don t overreach Always keep your center of mass belly button between the ladder rails These are only a few of the rules and guidelines for proper ladder use For more detailed information and training resources check out the following links OSHA Construction E Tool American Ladder Institute OSHA Ladder Safety Quick Card www memicsafety com MEMIC
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