Aluminum ladders are lightweight and easy to use. But aluminum ladders have one major drawback-they conduct electricity more readily than ladders made of other materials such as wood or fiberglass. That is why they should never be used for any sort of electrical work-even for changing a light bulb. They should never be used in any area where there is danger of them contacting an electrical source such as overhead power lines or light fixtures.

Here are some things to look for before you use an aluminum ladder:

• Check for defects such as dents and twisting.
• Make sure all the rungs are tight […]

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