Safety Training ladder safety

Creating another healthy habit!

did you know….

annual U.S. ladder injury statistics…

over 164,000 emergency room treated injuries

$11 billion estimated cost

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

300 people die annually in the U.S. from ladder related injuries

changing a light bulb using a ladder is one of the most dangerous things you can do

anyone have a ladder incident to share?

basic steps to take before

climbing a ladder

1.consider the work to be done before choosing a ladder

2.can the ladder

carry the weight?

3.place the ladder on a firm surface

not like this!

where is his supervisor?

4.check ladder

condition

5. wear good work boots

6.make sure boots are

clean

7. wear proper gloves

8. be aware of jewelry

step ladders

extension or straight ladders

proper ladder placement

critical to “remember” review the handout list

the bottom line

choose the right ladder

know potential hazards

know proper placement

quiz time

Enjoy creating another healthy habit!