The ladder I chose to talk about is an articulated ladder. An articulated ladder can be used as a step ladder or as a single ladder. This ladder has one or more pairs of locking articulated joints. Ladder safety is very important because it can be very dangerous if not used properly. On any ladder you must use caution and follow the safety rules. You never should stand further than the third step from the top of the ladder. You should make sure you have 2 feet and I hand or 2 hands and 1 foot on the ladder at all times.
This is a picture of a ladder that has been hastily and unprofessionally repaired. Because the repair has obviously not brought this ladder back to a safe and usable condition, it needs to be tagged and set aside until properly repaired by a competent professional, or replaced. Until then, it is not suitable for a working environment.
A review of “Ladder Safety” by Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard
This article seems to most frequently press the idea that in order to safely and properly use a ladder in the field, one most importantly must come prepared. If you have the proper tools (different types of ladders, anchors, bungee cords, etc) then you will never have to misuse a ladders intended purpose, thus not putting yourself or others in danger. If you follow these systems using these tools, you will be safe and prepared. Very well written article.
Ladder safety is very important. Most deaths occur from improper ladder use. Wet conditions and improper placement can lead to death or injuries.
This is an articulating ladder, being used as a step ladder. This ladder can be used many different ways. It can be extended out strait and used as a single, non self support ladder or kept as step ladder. It can also be extended to be used as a taller step ladder.
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 self supporting step ladder. It is 4 feet tall and has a weight rating of 300 pounds. The ladder looks to be in safe conditions.
I am doing my essay on ladder safety. There are nine different types of ladders. A home inspector will only use a handful of these types.
It is very important to make sure your ladder is in working condition before attempting to use it. An unsafe ladder can cause serious injury including death. Also a ladder must be used correctly. a safe ladder used in the wrong way can still cause harm.
Using a ladder can be beneficial to an inspection. The key is to use a safe ladder correctly. This will ensure a safe working environment.
Good afternoon. My name is Sonny Osborne InterNACHI ID = NACHI13110707. I am submitting my requirements for Ladder Safety. I have pictured my Werner 22 ft. Aluminum Telescoping Multi-position Ladder with 300 lb. Load Capacity and a Type IA Duty Rating. The ladder design allows the ladder to be used in four different positions: twin step ladder, stairway step ladder, extension ladder and as two scaffold bases. In the step ladder mode, the multi-ladder can be used for 1- or 2-person jobs with a duty rating of 300 lbs. per side. It is important to ensure you insert lock assembly into hole be operating ladder. I have used this ladder to perform many wind mitigation and total home inspections without fail.
Thank you for the refresher course.
Have a great day!!!
Good afternoon. My name is Sonny Osborne InterNACHI ID = NACHI13110707. I am submitting my requirements for Ladder Safety. (Visit Library, Read & Study and finally Write and Essay.
After taking this course, I have come to realize, falls from portable ladders (step, straight, combination and extension) are one of the leading causes of occupational fatalities and injuries.
I have also learned a pretty cool phrase, which I’ve always practiced but didn’t know it had a nickname. “The Buckle Rule”.
“Belt Buckle Rule”:
Stay centered, don’t let your belt buckle go past either side rail.
When working, keep at least 3 points of body contact with ladder: ⇒ 2 feet + [1 hand or hips or chest]
Only one person at a time on a ladder.
Never adjust or move ladder while on the ladder.
Anyway, thought it was a funny nickname. Enjoy.
Thanks again for the Refresher Course.
This is an example of a step ladder, one of the 9 types of ladder recognized by the American Ladder Institute. You can tell this is a step ladder by the fact that it is not adjustable in length, and can be folded for ease of storage. This particular ladder has an additional platform located near the top for holding materials/tools, but not for bearing a person’s weight. It is important to understand the limitations of your equipment so you can avoid injuring yourself.
Evaluating Structural Framing:
Evaluating a building structure is more complicated than making sure good materials are used and the house has proper drainage and grading, and the varying environmental conditions can make structural evaluation very difficult. Sometimes it is only viable for an inspector to examine the side effects of poor structure, such as bowing walls, sloping floors, erosion around the foundation, or the margins of doors. While an inspector should strive to provide the best services to his clients, anything he is unable to properly inspect should be noted in his reports, and a specialist should be recommended.
Attached you’ll see a ladder my neighbor was using while changing out a garage door opener. There is no tag representing the class of the ladder and you’ll see that one of the legs was splintered. I told him that it had the capabilities of collapsing and he should most likely buy a new one or come and get mine. It was ironic that I needed pictures to finish this class, so I asked him to get down and I went home and got mine and I helped him change the opener.
I don’t have pictures of another ladder from another friend, but his was an extension ladder and one of the rungs was broken from the frame and he stuck a broom handle in it and still used this ladder. I refused to climb up it so I stood on the ground and told him how to build the cricket.
From the class and the library I was amazed to the number of injuries and the deaths caused from using faulty/unsafe ladders and from ignorance. I would have bet that third world countries would have beat us in these numbers. I really don’t like heights so inspecting roofs from the eaves or from the ground is great for me, in fact as my business grows I have intentions of purchasing a drone a letting it do the high stuff.
During the inspection of this structure’s roof I discovered that a section of the asphalt shingle roof covering on the Southeast corner had physical damage. This type of physical damage shown in the photo could have been caused by many different variables such as excessive wind, poor contractor installation methods, and/or other extreme weather conditions. The current condition of the roof covering will allow water to penetrate the roof’s surface, leading to roof leaks and possible roof structural damage. I recommend contacting a licensed roofing contractor to further inspect the roof and to make repairs.
Hello my name is Conly Brooks and I am posting this message describing library/gallery content for the ladder safety course. I looked over the images/material deck components hoping to find an answer for a question that I have but I was unable to find the answer. The question that I have is- Is it required to have flashing behind a deck’s ledger board if the deck’s ledger board is secured to concrete?
I was also looking through the exterior brick veneer photos and I didn’t see any write ups that discuss the importance of masonry control joints. Masonry control joints allow the brick to expand and contract to prevent the mortar from cracking. Before I became a home inspector I did masonry work for 13 years and I have repaired a ton of brick work damage that was caused by brick walls not having control joints. Any questions or comments?
I have a attached a picture of a telescoping ladder. I have used this ladder with my father on his inspections and this ladder has worked very well from us. It is one of the multiple variations of ladders discussed in the internachi instructional videos. The ladder is rated to 300lbs.
I read the article on ladder safety from internachi and learned a few additional items of safety regarding ladder usage. For one do not use a ladder in windy conditions. Another item I learned was to not use a ladder exposed to chemicals or fire or exceed the maximum load rating. Given that a ladder will be very important for use during my home inspection business these general points of info are invaluable to me to ensure my safety when performing home inspections.
Hello, I am taking the ladder safety training course and am using my own ladder for this step. My ladder is a 6’ Werner step ladder. It has a load capacity rating of 250lbs. This ladder is rated type 1 heavy-duty. This step ladder has fiberglass side rails and is in good condition.
Hello, I am finishing up the ladder safety and training course and wanted to discuss some of the things I have learned. I now know the 4 to 1 rule on how to properly set up a ladder. I know that the ladder should extend 3 feet past the roofline. I know that a ladder should be inspected every time it is to be used. I have really learned a lot of very good information on how best to use ladders.