Portable Wooden Ladders
Self-Inspection Checklist
If you circle “no” for any of the following items, correct this deficiency prior to using the ladder or do not use the ladder.
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Yes No
NA |
1.
Are all wooden ladder parts free of sharp edges and splinters;
solidly constructed; and decay free? |
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Yes No
NA |
2.
Are steps or rungs evenly spaced and not more than 12 inches apart? |
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Yes No
NA |
3.
Is the width between the side rails at least 11 ˝ inches? |
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Yes No
NA |
4.
Is the metal spreader/locking device strong enough to securely hold
the front and back sections of the ladder in the open position? |
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Yes No
NA |
5.
Is the “single” wooden ladder 30 feet or less long? |
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Yes No
NA |
6.
Are the two-section wooden extension ladder 60 feet or less long? |
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Yes No
NA |
7.
Are all joints between the step and side rails tight, all hardware
and fittings secure, and all moveable parts working properly and not binding
or loose? |
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Yes No
NA |
8.
Is any rope on the ladder in good condition and not frayed? |
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Yes No
NA |
9.
Are the “safety feet” in good condition? |
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Yes No
NA |
10. Are rungs free of grease
and oil? |
NOTE: Wooden ladders with missing steps,
rungs, or cleats, broken side rails or other faulty equipment must not be
used. It is recommended that discarded
ladders be cut down the center of the rungs.
Ladders
must never be used as platforms, runways or scaffolds; OR placed on boxes,
barrels or other unstable surfaces.