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Gardening InformationUse Ladders Safely
by:
Marilyn Pokorney
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The User
Product Security Commission reports that each
year much than 511,000 folk are treated for cuts, bruises
and broken
bones from improper use of ladders. Much
than 300 folk a year die from ladder related injuries.
When choosing a ladder be certain the ladder is able to
carry the figure of weight that wish be applied.
Inspect the ladder. Be sure the spreaders can be fast
when open and that there are security feet on the ends.
Check for loose or bent rungs.
The ladder should be clear of grease, oil, mud, snow and
other slippery materials.
Carry a single or extension ladder parallel to the ground.
Hold the side rail in the middle of the ladder for balance.
Always carry a step ladder in the closed position.
The ground under the ladder should be level and firm. Do not
set the ladder up on a muddy surface.
Set the base of your ladder one foot away from the wall for
every four feet of ladder height.
Do not use bricks, boxes, etc. to raise the height of the
ladder.
Keep all ladders and else tools at least ten feet from any
power lines.
Keep ladder off of window panes or sashes.
If victimisation the ladder in an orchard, turn the ladder sideways,
and ease into the tree. Place a straight ladder so that if a
limb breaks, it wish fall into the tree.
Never lean a ladder against a movable object.
Never use a step ladder as a straight ladder.
Face the ladder once
you climb up or down. Hold on to the
side rails with some
hands. Carry only necessary tools on a
belt, use a rope to raise heavier equipment.
Never overreach. Always support your body centered between the
rails.
Wear shoes with nonslippery
soles. Don't wear leather-soled
shoes; they can be slippery. Shoelaces should be firmly
tied. Do sure shoes and hands are clear and dry.
Don't try to "jog" or "walk" the ladder to a new location
while standing on it. Climb down and reposition the ladder.
Never use a ladder in high wind.
Never use the top two rungs of a ladder.
On stepladders, ne'er
stand on the paint shelf, spreaders or
back section.
Never stand on the top rung of any ladder.
And finally, never, ne'er
leave a raised ladder unattended.
For much information on ladder security visit:
http://www.apluswriting.net/health/ladder.htm
Just about the author:
Author: Marilyn Pokorney
Freelance writer of science, nature, animals and the
environment.
Also loves crafts, gardening, and reading.
Website: http://www.apluswriting.net
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