Inspecting Ladders






According to NIOSH, each year in the U.S., more than 500,000 people are treated and about 300 people die from ladder-related injuries. The inspection of a ladder is a very important step to avoid serious or even deadly injuries. Regardless if the ladder is fixed, or portable, OSHA requires that employers ensure ladders are inspected regularly. However, even with regular inspections it is still part of every worker’s job to be sure that the ladder they are about to use is in safe working order.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet

Ladder Inspection Checklist

Ladder Inspection Checklist

Inspecting Ladders, Industry

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Resources & References

Standards or Regulations
Weeklysafety.com exclusive safety meeting topic reviewing the importance of conducting ladder inspections, what to look for during an inspection and steps to take if a defective ladder is found.