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InstituteEmergency Planning - OSHAWhats Wrong with this Picture AnswersPersonal Protective EquipmentFall ProtectionExit RoutesFall ProtectionUSAEnglishAnalysisFocus AreaFoot Protection

Ladder: Adding Height Answers

1) Uneven/unstable base. Ladder should not be propped up on the steps.

Related information:

  • 29 CFR 1910.25 (d)(2)(v) - Do not place ladders on boxes, barrels, or other unstable bases to obtain additional height.
  • Topic Index: Ladders
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Ladders and Stairs

2) Employee is carrying an awkward load.

Related information:

  • Topic Index: Slips, trips, and falls
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Slips, trips, and falls

3) Employee is wearing sandals. Proper footwear should be worn.

Related information:

  • 29 CFR 1910.136 - Protective footwear must be worn where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects.
  • Topic Index: Foot protection
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Personal Protective Equipment - Foot Protection
  • Fun Stuff - Clip art: Personal Protective Equipment - Foot Protection

4) Ladder and employee are blocking a potential exit route.

Related information:

  • 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3) - Every required exit, way of approach, and way of exit . . . shall be continuously maintained free of all obstructions or impediments to full instant use in case of fire or other emergency.
  • Topic Index: Exits
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Exits

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Fall Protection
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Fall Protection

Ladder: Adding Height Answers

InstituteEmergency Planning - OSHAWhats Wrong with this Picture AnswersPersonal Protective EquipmentFall ProtectionExit RoutesFall ProtectionUSAEnglishAnalysisFocus AreaFoot Protection

1) Uneven/unstable base. Ladder should not be propped up on the steps.

Related information:

  • 29 CFR 1910.25 (d)(2)(v) - Do not place ladders on boxes, barrels, or other unstable bases to obtain additional height.
  • Topic Index: Ladders
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Ladders and Stairs

2) Employee is carrying an awkward load.

Related information:

  • Topic Index: Slips, trips, and falls
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Slips, trips, and falls

3) Employee is wearing sandals. Proper footwear should be worn.

Related information:

  • 29 CFR 1910.136 - Protective footwear must be worn where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects.
  • Topic Index: Foot protection
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Personal Protective Equipment - Foot Protection
  • Fun Stuff - Clip art: Personal Protective Equipment - Foot Protection

4) Ladder and employee are blocking a potential exit route.

Related information:

  • 29 CFR 1910.37(a)(3) - Every required exit, way of approach, and way of exit . . . shall be continuously maintained free of all obstructions or impediments to full instant use in case of fire or other emergency.
  • Topic Index: Exits
  • Safety Training (OSHA): Exits

If you see other things wrong in these pictures (please provide exercise title in comments) or have ideas for new pictures, please contact us.

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