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II Conducting the Training Course (continued)

iii. Select Performance (Duty Rating)

1. Review the different duty ratings and what they mean

a. Duty rating is the total weight the ladder is designed to support (Total weight is the sum of a person’s weight plus the

weight of any tools, clothing and materials.); this total weight must not exceed the duty rating.

iv. Select Material

1. Discuss the various materials used in the fabrication of ladders and their unique advantages

a. Fiberglass:

i. 7-layer construction

ii. For use around electricity

iii. Durable and corrosion resistant

iv. Pro-preferred

b. Aluminum

i. Lightweight

ii. Not for use around electricity

iii. Durable and Corrosion resistant

D. “How to use a ladder”

a. Reading instruction labels

i. Discuss general information on labels and show the label order form

b. Proper handling

c. Setup and use

d. Safe Climbing Habits - Right Way

e. Safe Climbing Habits - Wrong Way

f. Care and Maintenance

i. Plan and implement regular maintenance program

ii. Keep ladder clean

iii. Replace worn or damaged parts or ladders; “If in doubt, tag it out of service.”

iv. Important: Discuss the availability of replacements parts. Only Werner replacements parts should be used on Werner

ladders.

g. Ladder Inspection

i. Procedure for examining a ladder prior to climbing

ii. Know the various components of the ladder

Iii. Show different ladder inspection forms

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