Do you know there's a killer on this job that you probably meet face-to-face everyday? I'm talking about the common, ordinary ladder. Ladders are involved in many accidents, some of which are fatal. Your life literally can depend on knowing how to inspect, use, and care for this tool. Let's spend a few minutes talking about ladders.
INSPECTING LADDERS
Before using any ladder, inspect it. Look for the following faults:
1. Loose or missing rungs or cleats.
2. Loose nails, bolts, or screws. ...
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