Ladder Safety — Fixed Ladders
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Talking points
- Fixed ladders taller than 24 feet must have a ladder safety system or personal fall arrest system — cages alone no longer meet the standard for new installations.
- OSHA is phasing out existing cage and well systems by November 2036. If your site still has caged ladders, know that a retrofit is coming.
- Before climbing a fixed ladder, check the rungs for corrosion, ice, grease, or damage. Report any deficiencies before use.
- Use the ladder safety system properly — attach the sleeve or connector to your harness D-ring before you begin climbing and do not detach until you reach a safe platform.
- At the top and bottom of fixed ladders, there should be a clear landing platform. Never step off a ladder into an unprotected area.
Ask the crew
Have you ever climbed a fixed ladder that didn't feel safe? What was wrong with it, and what did you do?
Standards this talk is built on
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