Ladder safety

Oregon OSHA has released safety tips for storing and transporting ladders.

Storing ladders:
* Use a well-ventilated storage area
* Store wood and fiberglass ladders away from moisture, heat and sunlight; keep them away from stoves, steam pipes and radiators
* Store non-self-supporting ladders in flat racks or wall brackets that prevent them from sagging; store step ladders vertically to reduce sagging and twisting
* Keep material off ladders while stored
Transporting ladders:
* When you hand-carry a ladder, keep the front end elevated to reduce the chance of striking another person with the front of the ladder
* When transporting a ladder in a truck or trailer, make sure it’s properly supported parallel to the bed. Pad the support points with non-abrasive material such as rubber or carpeting and tie the ladder securely to eliminate chafing and road shock