This is a 4’ fiberglass step ladder. It is a TYPE 1 ladder with a 250 lbs load capacity. The step ladder self supporting and is equipped with a locking hinge and can be folded to a more compact position for storage.
The article Housewrap Inspection teaches that house wrap has many advantages including preventing rain from reaching the building materials causing possible damage while also allowing vapors to pass through from the interior to the exterior to prevent them from building up behind the house wrap and causing damage. House wrap can also help with insulating as it helps prevent wind from penetrating the exterior walls.
Ladders should always be inspected prior to being used. If any defects are found the ladder should not be used. If the ladder is wet or has a slippery substance on it, the ladder should not be until this is taken care of. When using a ladder against an elevated wall or side of a building, the top of the ladder should be secured at the top via rope, bungee or a suggested device. The ladder should also extend at least 3 feet above the edge of the roof or building.
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Moisture intrusion can happen in many different ways. One of the main issues related to excessive moisture is the growth of fungus and mold that can negatively affect ones health. Water intrusion can also undermine the integrity of a foundation over time. Crawlspaces are especially vunerable to high levels of moisture.
This is a typical stepladder. It is about Four (4) feet in height and has a capacity of three hundred (300) lbs.
There is no apparent damage to the ladder.
The steps are in good condition, locking mechanism on the spreaders work properly, the braces have no breaks or bends and the top cap is in good condition as well.
I read the article about ladder safety, focusing on the different types of ladders and their uses along with different statistics about ladder safety. There are many different types of ladders including, extension ladder, step ladder, single ladder, articulated ladder, telescoping ladder, tripod ladder and trestle ladder. The most commonly used ladders are extension and step ladders. The article also goes to talk about a telescoping pole with a camera on it, which allows you to look up on roofs with out actually getting up on the roof.
This is a picture of my articulated ladder. It has benefits of both a step ladder and a extension ladder. Each side of the ladder is adjustable in length and is locked in by rotating pins. It can be reduced to about 5 feet tall for storage purposes.
I chose to write on backflow prevention. Backflow could be caused by either back-pressure, which is when flow is going in the opposite direction that it is designed, or back-siphoned, which is when flow is brought in the opposite direction due to a negative pressure. Backflow can be prevented by vacuum breakers, check valves, pressure vacuum breakers, or reduced pressure assemblies.
Choosing the correct ladder for a given job is most important for the safety of the home inspector. It is the inspectors job to ensure all ladders are free of damage and are in proper working order. If there is any question of the safety of a ladder The inspector should take the ladder out of service until a qualified ladder inspector can verify the safety of the latter before use again.
Moisture meters: I have learned how important a moisture meter is to an inspector to accurately predict the condition of otherwise inaccessible areas in a home with a non-intrusive method. The indication of moisture In a given area that would otherwise go unnoticed but now I can inform the inspector to Investigate further from water intrusion.
Ladder safety should never be taken for granted. Most construction job site injuries can be attributed to the unsafe use of ladders. People without the proper training should never use ladders. Always make sure you are using the proper ladder and inspect your ladder before use.
Step ladders should never be used in the closed position with a wall or other part of a structure as support. Standing on either of the top two rungs or over reaching can cause the ladder to tip. Never become complacent while using a ladder.
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This photo is an example of a few workers who do not know how to properly use a ladder. This behavior will lead to injury and possible property damage. By following simple ladder safety guidelines, these dangerous situations can be avoided.
The article I read was about how to identify a safe attic pull-down ladder. By looking at the fastenings and the condition of the securement of the ladder, inspectors can determine if it is safe to use to perform the attic inspection.
This image is of a ladder tied off to prevent slippage. By tying off your ladder as such you prevent it from sliding left or right due to wind or slippage preventing the loss of your ladder while you are on top of the roof which would trap you until you can be rescued.
Article read:Ladder safety. Reading through this article it describes all of the basic ladder types(extension, step, telescoping, single, trestle, etc.) and there functionality/best uses. The article also covers things you should never do with a ladder like leave it unattended, or use a damaged ladder. The end of the article offers some interesting alternatives to ladder use involving technology like a spectoscope which allows you to inspect a roof without climbing on top of it- and take photos of defects while doing so.
The image attached is of a ladder with a broken spreader brace. The ladder should never be used in this condition. One functional spreader brace is not sufficient. replacement parts can be ordered from the manufacturer, or the ladder should be replaced completely.
The picture in the gallery titled “Two inspectors on a ladder” depicts just that. Multiple people should never be on one ladder at the same time. This restricts the movement of both people, and likely exceeds the weight limits of the ladder.
