How far away from a wall should a ladder be?

How far away from a wall should a ladder be?

Use the 4-to-1 rule: Make sure the ladder is 1 foot away from the wall for every 4 feet that the ladder rises. For example, if the ladder touches the wall 16 feet above the ground, the feet/base of the ladder should be 4 feet from the wall.

What is the most common hazard associated with ladder use?

Using metal ladders in areas where contact with electrical wires could occur. Since the major hazard of a ladder is falling, here are a couple of other hazards that can cause falls: Raising or lowering someone with the forklift. Working unprotected at heights greater than ten feet.

What is the rule for points of contact when climbing a ladder?

To use ladders safely, always maintain three points of contact. That means two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand on the ladder at all times.

What are the 3 points of contact?

Three points of contact means you’re using two hands and one foot, or one hand and two feet, to support your body while mounting or dismounting a vehicle, stable platform or ladder.

What is the best way to make sure that a ladder is secure and won’t slip?

Use wall grips on the risers to prevent side slipping when a ladder is leaning against a smooth surface. Attach a ladder stay (i.e., ladder stabilizer) across the back of a ladder where a surface cannot stand the load. Extend the stay across a window for firm support against the building walls or window frame.

What is the difference between working height and platform height?

What is the difference between platform height and working height? Platform height is the maximum height the base of the cage reaches when the platform is fully elevated. Working height is considered to be the maximum height an individual can reach whilst stood in the platform, when it is fully elevated.

Is working at height a low risk activity?

Employers and those in control of any work at height activity must make sure work is properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent people. This includes using the right type of equipment for working at height. Low-risk, relatively straightforward tasks will require less effort when it comes to planning.

What should you not do when working at height?

DON’T use ladders or stepladders to do work that entail heavy or strenuous tasks. Only use them to do work that’s quick and light. DON’T allow incompetent workers do any work at height. DON’T lean or place the ladder on or fragile upper surfaces.

How can I stop working at height?

Hierarchy of Control Measures

1. Level 1: Avoid Working at Height.
2. Level 2: Ensure All Those Working at Height are Properly Trained and Supervised.
3. Level 3: Select Work Equipment that Prevents Falls.
4. Level 4: Ensure that Equipment is Suitable, Stable, and Strong.
5. Level 5: Regularly Check and Maintain Equipment.

Who is responsible for working at heights?

Here, the responsibility lies with the employer to have Work at Height equipment properly tested and inspected on a regular basis. For example, in the case of a handrail and guardrail (under PUWER 1998) this would require at least 12 monthly inspections, or more frequently if the environment is hazardous.

What are the rules on lone working?

There is no general legal prohibition on working alone. However, under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, employers have legal duties to assess all risks to health and safety, including the risk of lone working.