Safety Moment
Each year there are many serious and sometimes fatal incidents in the industry, and numerous workers are injured. Proper housekeeping in work and walking areas can contribute to safety and the prevention of falls.
Naturally, the goal is not to fall. However, the possibility of a fall still exists. In the event that you are unable to avoid a fall, it's important to be aware of how to properly fall in order to avoid a serious injury.
Ladders are common tools that many people assume they know how to climb safely, when in fact they may not. Safe and efficient use of ladders is not complex or difficult, but it does require that the user practices proper ladder safety habits.
Most of the basic safety rules that apply to the safe use of a ladder includes:
Do not share a ladder. Only one person should be permitted on the latter at a time, unless the ladder is specifically designed for more than one climber (such as a Trestle ladder).
Factors contributing to falls from ladders include the angle and positioning of the ladder during use. When setting up your ladder, keep the following in mind:
Everyone should be cautious when climbing ladders. The safety of the load, angle, and rungs of the ladder are crucial when climbing.