Demonstrate safe laddering techniques.
Demonstration should involve using appropriate conduct and safety procedures
- while using ladders (e.g., three-point contact)
- while carrying ladders (e.g., two people at all times
- while erecting and setting ladders.
Identification of ladder types may include
- wall (straight) ladder
- extension ladder
- step ladder
- roof ladder
- attic ladder
- special purpose ladders (e.g., articulating, mobile, platform, pompier)
- solid beam ladder
- truss beam wood ladder
- aluminum ladder
- wood and aluminum truss ladder
- fiberglass ladder
and the parts and safety features of each.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why are ladders rated for certain weights?
- Why is the apex of a stepladder not considered a step?
Teacher Resource:
American Ladder Institute’s Ladder Safety Training Links to an external site.