Practice safety procedures with ladders and scaffolds.

Practice should include securing ladders, erecting scaffolds, and disassembling scaffolds according to government and industry-accepted procedures.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What risks are involved when ladder and scaffolding safety practices are not followed?
  • What are different types of fall protection devices and their intended uses?
  • What federal and state government agencies define safe and appropriate use of ladders and scaffolds?
  • What safety considerations should be applied when using ladders and scaffolds?