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August Ladder Safety

8/22/2017 (Permalink)

Be safe and use a ladder.

As the scorching heats slowly cools down, people are having outside work done to get ready for the Fall season. 

Ladder climbing takes place various outside jobs; painting, cleaning cutters and trimming trees.

Take precautions and follow these safety tips: 

- Make sure to inspect the ladder before using it. Check for broken or missing parts, as well as slippery spots. 

- Place the ladder on a firm, even ground to ensure stability. 

- Use the 4 to 1 rule; if the ladder touches the wall 16 feet above the ground, the feet of the ladder should be 4 feet away from the wall. 

- Always check to make sure the braces are fully extended and locked in place before climbing up. 

- Keep you feet braced against the side rails and lean sightly forward. Never reach more than a comfortable arm's length away. 

- Always face the ladder when ascending or descending. 

- If at all possible; work within sight of someone in case of emergency. 

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