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New ladder safety app helps construction workers avoid falls

11/18/2019

 
Ladder safety
Falls from ladders are one of the most common injuries that construction workers and others in the industry sustain. Because using a ladder seems like common sense, many employers fail to properly train their workers in ladder safety.
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Fortunately, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health can augment that training with its ladder safety phone application. The app is available for both iPhone and Android users, and it uses audio and visual signals to aid workers who must use extension ladders. 

One of the most common injuries occurs when the ladder angle is set too steeply, which can cause it to fall back or slide away during use. Alternatively, if it is set too shallow, the bottom can slide out.

Regardless of whether a person is on the ladder or standing under it when it is knocked or falls over, injuries are usually severe enough that they require emergency medical attention.

Experts say that the new phone app is a good way to keep workers safe as long as employers encourage them to download it. 

The app checks the ladder's angle when it is positioned and provides several helpful tips for proper ladder use. There is also a guide for inspecting, using, accessorizing, and selecting extension ladders. 

The app is a helpful tool, but it’s also important for employers to conduct ladder safety training. Remind workers of the following safety tips:
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  • Never stand above the ladder's highest safe standing level, which is outlined by the manufacturer and is usually above three rungs.
  • Always keep three or more points of contact during a project. 
  • Avoid extending the center of the body beyond the sides of the ladder.
  • Do not carry tools while using a ladder. Instead, wear a window cleaner's belt or similar product designed to meet the purpose.
  • Always face the ladder when descending or ascending.
  • Do not leave an erected ladder unattended for any length of time.
  • Always wear non-slip footwear when climbing a ladder.
  • Avoid electrical hazards. Look for overhead power lines before handling a ladder. Avoid using a metal ladder near power lines or exposed energized electrical equipment.
  • Always inspect the ladder before using it. If the ladder is damaged, it must be removed from service and tagged until repaired or discarded.
  • Use a ladder only on a stable and level surface, unless it has been secured (top or bottom) to prevent displacement.
  • Do not place a ladder on boxes, barrels, or other unstable bases to obtain additional height.
  • An extension or straight ladder used to access an elevated surface must extend at least 3 feet above the point of support. Do not stand on the three top rungs of a straight, single, or extension ladder.
 
For some additional information on ladder safely, check out these 16 tips.

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