FACTS

1. Damaged ladder parts can collapse under load, especially on farms where ladders are exposed to moisture, rust, and heavy wear — leading to sudden structural failure during use.
2. Uneven or soft ground makes ladders shift or sink, a common farm hazard when working on dirt, gravel, mud, or grass instead of firm, level surfaces.
3. Carrying tools or buckets while climbing removes proper hand contact, increasing the chance of slipping or losing balance on farm ladders.
4. Using the wrong ladder height forces workers to overreach, a leading cause of sideways tipping when accessing barn lofts, silos, or fruit trees.
5. Wet […]

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