Steps: 1. Setting up the ladder
Hazard: Slips, Trips and falls Control: Do not use ladders which have damaged cleats, rungs or steps to avoid fall. Check cleats, rungs, and steps are firmly in place before use. Inspect the ladder before each use. Lock cross bar in place. Place ladder on level surface before use. 2. To access a high area Hazard: Slips, trips and falls Control: Use a ladder instead of chair or box to avoid accidental fall. Choose correct height of ladder for job required. Center your body between the ladder rails, do not lean to sides to avoid a fall. Do not exceed maximum load of ladder. 3. Use for elevated work tasks Hazard: Slips, trips and falls Control: Do not step on the top 2 rungs of ladder. Do not straddle ladder or walk it. Use on level ground only. Do not use in closed position, leaning against the wall
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