Ladder Last: Choosing Better Access
US & Canada General Construction
Why it matters
Many ladder injuries happen doing work a ladder was never right for.
Key points
- Hierarchy: scaffold or lift first, podium or platform second, ladder last.
- Extended one-handed work on a ladder is a signal to change equipment.
- Podium ladders and baker scaffolds beat stepladders for repetitive interior work.
- If you need to lean, stretch, or carry loads up - wrong access choice.
- Cost of a lift rental is less than the cost of one fall - always.
Discussion
What ladder tasks this week could move to better access?
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