Ladder Safety: Selection and Inspection

Can you imagine what would happen if you were on a metal ladder and it touched a live wire? You could be electrocuted! What if a tall ladder was not secured properly while you were climbing it? You could fall! Different types of ladders have different uses and safety practices. Take this course to learn how to select and inspect ladders so that you can work safely. This course is ideal for anyone who uses ladders or supervises people who use ladders.

Identify when to use various ladder types. Remember to inspect ladders thoroughly before use for optimal safety measures.

OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D – Walking and Working Surfaces

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.23 –Ladders

ANSI A14 Series – American National Standard for Ladders