Wednesday, 1 May 2013

Ladder maintenance / inspection

The nature of work ladder will be subjected to a great deal of misuse.

As a result extra vigilance must be exercised when inspecting ladders. 

General inspection guide lines for ladder are as given below. 



All rungs and steps are free of oil, grease,dirt etc. spreders or other locking devices are in place. 



Non skid safety feet are in place.




No structural defects all support braces intact.



Check hale yard ropes for any damage.


All fittings are tight.Make sure that rab plates are secure without burrs and not worn out.


Check support plates for tightness.

Check the heat sensor label for presence and condition.


Cheks for splitings or cracks which are cause repaire or replacement.

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