Welcome to the Safety Corner! This email series, provided by the Flood Control District Human Resources Division, will provide monthly tips to stay safe year-round. This month we have a double feature!: How to keep your heart healthy and a chance to learn more about the dangers of Radon.
Portable Ladder Safety Tips
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Make sure ladders are undamaged with no missing components or lose parts.
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Test all movable parts to see if they operate without binding or without too much free play.
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All labels should be intact and readable.
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Ladders shall be free of oil, grease, or slippery materials.
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Discard ladders that have been exposed to fire or strong chemicals.
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If you or your clothes catch on fire, “stop, drop and roll” your body on the ground.
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Place the ladder base on a secure and level footing.
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In crowded areas, erect warning signs or barricades to guide traffic away from the foot of the ladder.
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Never set up a ladder in front of a door unless the door is locked or a guard is posted.
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Do not carry equipment or materials on the ladder.
The below links are the references for the information in the memo: