Not knowing when ladder work should become lift work

If the task needs force, time, awkward reach, or duct handling, it is probably not ladder work anymore. Get a lift/scaffold or ask before climbing.

Stop if

• Is this still ladder work, or do you want a lift/scaffold for this install?

Watch out

• Do not stand on the top step, lean sideways, or muscle duct overhead from a bad ladder position.

Check

• Inspect the ladder before use.
• Set it on stable ground and keep the correct angle.
• Keep your belt buckle between the rails.
• Use the ladder for access, not wrestling duct.
• Ask for a lift/scaffold when the task is high, long, heavy, or awkward.

Steps

• Inspect the ladder before use.
• Set it on stable ground and keep the correct angle.
• Keep your belt buckle between the rails.
• Use the ladder for access, not wrestling duct.
• Ask for a lift/scaffold when the task is high, long, heavy, or awkward.

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