I am a
construction site worker. My work demands that I climb ladders very often, but sometimes
I don’t feel safe. How do I ensure that I am not in danger?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has given
safety guidelines that aim at preventing ladder accidents at construction
sites. Some of the guidelines include:
·
Ladders
should be correctly positioned on flat surfaces to avoid slip and fall from
ladders.
·
Grab rails
should be provided to assist workers in mounting and dismounting the ladder.
·
Ladders
must not be tied together to reach long positions, unless they are specifically
designed for such use.