How Access Ladder Safely at Workplace?

Ladder is the most important equipment and most used tools at construction sites. These are not only used at construction sites but also used at several works like warehouse, tree lopping, window cleaning and many other works. These are also used even at homes. Ladders are necessary whether you want to hang some lights for a festival or you are painting your home. These are available in different shapes, sizes and of different materials. Ladders are made up from aluminum, wood or fiberglass and come in five duty ratings. Aluminum ladders are great for exposure to certain chemicals. Since it is used in several works hence major accidents occur due to it. Hence, Precaution should be taken before starting a project and during work. The major safety ladders tips when you use a ladder are as follows:

1. The first important thing is to inspect the ladder carefully before placing the first step on it. Its inspection is very important. Check the feet of the ladder are clean and are not broken. All locks should be installed properly.
2. It is important to make sure that the ladder is free from any liquid that may slip you. If any liquid will be on its step, you may sleep during the climbing. Check all steps carefully.
3. After inspection of ladders, the major step is to make sure that it is correctly positioned. Also make sure that the ground is firm and even, and is not slippery. Always try to make right angle with the wall. If it will not be positioned correctly, you may slip down to fall.
4. The ground and surface beneath the ladder should be cleaned. Also ensure that there is no person working under or around the ladder. Let other people know that you are working on top.
5. While climbing up or down on the step ladder, lifting and carrying heavy equipments or items should be avoided otherwise fall may occur.
6. Keep the body centered to it so the belt buckle is between side hand rails.
7. Excess weight may be the major causes of accidents hence ensure the weight capacity of the ladder is not exceeded. Try to keep 3 points contact with this equipment that is 2 feet and 1 hand.
8. Also care about splits, excessive wear, loose or missing rungs, or splinters, and do not use it if any of these conditions is present.
9. Try to keep it in dry environment but out of direct sunlight.
10. Do not put any paint on it otherwise you can slip from it.

These are some ladder safety tips which can be useful for you.