Use and Care Manual
Table Of Contents
Securing the Ladder
The forces you apply while working on the ladder, and other forces caused by wind or other factors, can
overcome the stability of the ladder and cause you to fall, resulting in serious injury or death.
Prevent an extension ladder from sideways movement and slide out by tying it off at the top and bottom
Make certain the structure you tie it to is strong enough to hold the ladder. Tie adjacent rungs of the fly
and base sections together at the overlap or engage the Quicklatch
®
if your ladder has one. For maximum
safety, have someone hold the ladder.
If you’re climbing onto the roof, remember to extend the top of the ladder three feet beyond the roof line.
M: MOVE SAFELY AS YOU ASCEND AND DESCEND THE LADDER,
USING THREE POINTS OF CONTACT AT ALL TIMES.
Proper use of a ladder will contribute significantly to your safety.
Factors contributing to falls include haste, sudden movement, lack of
attention during use, ladder condition (worn or damaged), the user’s age or
physical condition, or both, and the user’s footwear.
The likelihood of a fall is not a function of the user’s weight or size. However,
improper climbing posture creating user clumsiness on the ladder may cause
falls. Be sure to follow these guidelines for safety while climbing.
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