Safety Talk Ladder Safety

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This safety talk discusses, choosing the right ladder for the job. Review of the 5 categories of ladders: step, extension, multi-use, podium and job made. Understanding ladder ratings , calculating work load (includes weight of the worker, tools for the job and materials).  Types of ladders, Aluminum, wood, fiberglass. Working around electricity, using a ladder made of non-conducting material such as wood or fiberglass. Maintaining and storing your ladders to prevent damage. Conducting Ladder Inspections. Ladder set up and proper use. Safety Tips- maintaining 3 point contact, don’t over reach, never improvise or use ladders on unsafe surfaces.

What Will You Learn?

  • This safety talk discusses, choosing the right ladder for the job.
  • Review of the 5 categories of ladders: step, extension, multi-use, podium and job made. Understanding ladder ratings , calculating work load (includes weight of the worker, tools for the job and materials). 
  • Types of ladders, Aluminum, wood, fiberglass.
  • Working around electricity, using a ladder made of non-conducting material such as wood or fiberglass.
  • Maintaining and storing your ladders to prevent damage. Conducting Ladder Inspections.
  • Ladder set up and proper use.
  • Safety Tips- maintaining 3 point contact, don't over reach, never improvise or use ladders on unsafe surfaces.

Course Content

Safety Talk video- Ladder Safety
Ladder Safety

  • Video -Safety Talk Ladder Safety
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