In the domain of construction and maintenance, the importance of using the right equipment cannot be overstated, especially when it involves working at heights. Roof access ladders, often overlooked, ...

This free guide to ladder safety regulations summarizes the relevant standards from various parts of OSHA’s general industry worker safety standard. It covers the design of the ladder itself, access ...

Each year, ladder safety makes it near the top of the most cited type of OSHA violations, so it gets a lot of attention. The OSHA regulations are located in 29CFR.1926.1050, which is also Subpart X.

Falls by workers, whether from elevated heights or from the same level, are among the leading causes of work-related injuries and deaths in U.S. workplaces. For this reason, coupled with advances in ...

Using a ladder may seem pretty straightforward but these useful tools are actually far more dangerous than you might think.

Falls from portable ladders (step, straight, combination and extension) are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities. Appropriate precautions can reduce the risk significantly.

Learning how to use a ladder safely can keep you out of harm's way or even save your life whether you're painting your house or cleaning your gutters. If you'll be up on your roof, follow our advice ...

Ask anyone what danger you face when using a ladder, and the likely answer will have to do with falling off the ladder. True, that is a danger. But it’s not the only one. Let’s look at some others.