Safety Manual

Ladders

Regulations CFR 1910.23 https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.23

Introduction The purpose of this section is to put forth the regulations regarding ladder and stairway safety. All precautions concerning the care and use of wood/metal ladders shall be observed by all company employees.

Scope All ladders owned by our company will be used and maintained in a safe and healthful manner.

Responsibility Management • Managers and supervisors will assure all employees and contractors have been provided proper basic training information • Managers and supervisors will maintain all training records when they occur. All Employees • ensuring that all employees, and/or contractors who may use a ladder readand understand the ladder safety section • for ensuring that all ladders being used by company employees and contractors arefree from defects and all moving parts are in good working condition • Employees shall inspect ladders prior, during and at the completion of each use to ensure the condition of the ladder and the safety of its occupants. • employees are responsible for repairing or replacing ladders as necessary and notifying their supervisor

Categories of Ladders • Type IA-300 pounds extra heavy duty

• Type I-250 pounds, heavy duty • Type II-225 pounds, medium duty • Type III-200 pounds, light duty

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