Discussion About Ladder Safety
Best Ladder Safety Practices:
Follow the practices below for proper Ladder Safety techniques while you are painting:
- Extend ladder 3′ above the surface you’re setting it up to.
- Tie off ladder at the top if possible and if its going to be semi-permanent.
- Maintain 3 points of contact while climbing on the ladder.
- Do not use a ladder with broken rungs or bases.
- Use a ladder with non-skid feet or spikes depending on the surface.
- Make sure ladder base is level and secure to prevent side slip or the base kicking out.
- 4:1 Rule – For every 4′ you extend the ladder up move the base 1′ back from the wall.
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