Falls represent the largest single cause of accidental death in the workplace.
About 40% of these falls result in falling from one level to another, many from ladders and scaffolds. Many of these falls are serious, but more importantly, many could have been avoided if safety procedures were followed.
This program looks at the selection and safe use of ladders in the workplace and also looks at the safety involved when using rolling scaffolds.
The following areas are covered:
- Step Ladders, Straight Ladders, Extension Ladders and Rolling Scaffolds
- General Maintenance
- Selecting the Right Ladder
- Safe Angle
- Lifting and Carrying of Ladders
- Erecting Ladders
- Securing of Ladders
- Safe Positioning of Ladders
- Working on Ladders
This program has been designed for general training for all personnel who use ladders.
RUNNING TIME: 12 Minutes
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