Ladders and Stairways Ladders and Stairways Company Harlan McPhee North McPhee South Powerhawke Ravex Richards Company Using the Form Job Name * Job Name and/or Number Date * Ladders and Stairways Every day we have situations where the work we need to perform is elevated. There are many ways we can approach this like scissor lifts, aerial lifts, scaffolding and ladders. When looking at the risk of the job and evaluating how to get it done safely all these options should be considered. If ladders are going to be the choice, follow the safety guidelines below to help ensure the work is completed without incident. Ladders 1. Ladders should not be placed in passageways, doorways or any similar location that subjects it to displacement by personnel, moving equipment or material handling. If it is necessary to place a ladder in a passageway or doorway, it must be protected by barricades and warning signs. 2. Face the ladder and use both hands when going up and down ladders. 3. Do not carry materials or tools up or down a ladder. Maintain 3 points of contact. Materials and tools should be lowered or raised by a rope or other mechanical means. 4. Always inspect the ladder before use. Broken or damaged ladders must not be used. Ladders needing repairs must be reported to a supervisor, tagged out of service and removed from the work area. 5. The length of an extension ladder shall be enough to extend a minimum of 3’ above the top landing. 6. Ladders must have good level footing, with extension ladders being securely fastened at top and bottom. 7. Extension ladders must be erected at the proper angle; the base of a ladder should be set out at least one-fourth of the ladder's height. 8. The areas around the top and base of ladders must be kept clean and free of tripping hazards. The same holds true for the bottom of stairways and on stairway platforms. 9. Metal ladders must not be used. Stepladders 1. Open stepladders fully and lock the spreaders. 2. Do not stand on the top two steps and keep tools off steps. 3. When using a stepladder on grating, the grating must be covered with plywood. 4. Do not use a stepladder as a straight ladder, unless it is designed for such use. Extension Ladders 1. The sections of an extension ladder must be overlapped a minimum of three rungs. 2. Extension ladders must not be taken apart and sections used separately. 3. After the extension ladder has been raised to the desired height, check the safety latches to ensure they are engaged. 4. Keep your fingers clear of the pinch points while extending and collapsing the ladder sections. Additional Comments Foreman Name * Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Toolbox Talk Attendee Attended By (Required) Picture Upload Drop a file here or click to upload Choose File Maximum upload size: 52.43MB reCAPTCHA Submit Δ
