When working at height, it is important to understand the rules designed to reduce the risk of falls from height and other work-related personal injuries or fatalities to improve ladder safety.Appropriate Safety EquipmentThe most basic rule when working at heights is always use appropriate safety equipment. This includes helmets, safety harnesses or lanyards, and other … [Read more...] about What are the rules for safe working at height?
Ladder Safety
Step 1. Choosing the Right Ladder or Stepladder
When choosing the correct ladders or stepladders for a short duration job, it is essential to consider where you'll be using it and check the surface on which you'll use the ladder. If you're working near sources of electricity, use a GRP or fibreglass ladder that can withstand at least 30,000 volts.Check for obstructions, such as trees, telephone, or power lines. … [Read more...] about Step 1. Choosing the Right Ladder or Stepladder
How to keep safe when working at height
When working at heights, certain precautions should be taken to ensure the safety of workers. The most important factor is to stick to are the basic rules and standards set out by the Ladder Association, Health & Safety Executive in the UK, and OSHA in the USA. These include ensuring that all ladders and steps used are in good condition. Never climbing higher than the third … [Read more...] about How to keep safe when working at height
American Ladder Institute at Ladder Association
At this year's Ladder Association Conference, it was great to hear an address from the Chairman of the American Ladder Institute (ALI) and CEO of Little Giant Ladder Systems, Ryan Moss. Ryan explained that ladders had been around longer than the wheel, and as the product is a part of our daily lives, familiarity often leads to user … [Read more...] about American Ladder Institute at Ladder Association
TB Davies Supports TLA Telescopic Ladder Surveillance Survey
TB Davies is grateful to the Ladder Association for publishing the 'Telescopic Ladder Surveillance Survey' report and for the efforts that the Associations team and external partners have gone to in researching this issue.We would also like to highlight the specific contributions from the Test & Research Centre and their detailed research contributions to this … [Read more...] about TB Davies Supports TLA Telescopic Ladder Surveillance Survey
