Standing On Top Rung Of Ladder

First ladder on rung top.

Standing on top rung of ladder.

The first rung on the ladder in this school is captain of the football team. 1926 1053 a 4 i. They are best secured by tying or fixing the ladder near the top. Tie off the ladder so it doesn t fall over to one side.

The first top rung on the ladder the top or superior position in a particular field or arena. Stepladders are meant for one person. Wrong don t stand above the second step from the top of a stepladder or the fourth rung from the top of an extension ladder. Using the ladder improperly is a common osha standard violation.

Do not shift or walk a stepladder when standing on it. Osha inspectors have observed the following ladder safety issues during inspections. Center body on the ladder and keep belt buckle between the rails while maintaining a firm grip. Always keep three points of contact with the ladder.

Do not use a stepladder as a brace or as a support for a work platform or plank. Face the ladder and always grip the rungs not the side rails. Do not stand higher than the step indicated on the label marking the highest standing level. Extension ladders should extend 3 feet above the roof or platform you re trying to reach.

Never set up a ladder anywhere near electrical power lines. Do not stand on the three top rungs of a straight single or extension ladder. Portable ladder accessing an upper area not extended the required minimum of 3. An extension or straight ladder used to access an elevated surface must extend at least 3 feet above the point of support see diagram.

Sideways movement usually happens near the top of the ladder. Worker standing on top of a step ladder. The rung spacing on the extension section of the extension trestle ladder shall be not less than 6 inches 15 cm nor more than 12 inches 31 cm as measured between center lines of the rungs cleats and steps. Don t stand higher than the fourth rung from the top.

Step ladder propped against a wall and being used as a ladder. This prevents it from slipping either outwards or sideways. Do not stand climb or sit on the stepladder top or pail shelf. Two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand.

Always face the ladder when ascending and descending. Buy a taller ladder. Do not stand on or above the top two rungs or steps of the stepladder. Where securing at the upper end of the ladder towards the top is not possible securing at the middle or near the base is necessary.