WHAT’S AT STAKE?

Workers sometimes take chances with ladders, failing to remove worn or damaged ladders from service. This could cause serious, even fatal, injury.

WHAT’S THE DANGER?

Ladder mishaps frequently result in serious consequences; many workers are killed in falls. Many electrocutions involve a ladder contacting a power line.

Example

Dan tried to “make do” with a ladder that was too short to extend above the rooftop, so he was unable to balance himself as he stepped off the ladder. He fell and broke his back.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

• Inspect a ladder before each use. The rungs, side rails and feet must […]

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