Standing and Working on the Ladder Safely

This program is a microlearning. A microlearning is typically 1-3 minutes in length and quickly conveys information about a specific topic or subset of a larger topic. Ladders are used to reach elevated areas in just about every type of job, industry, and environment, as well as at home. Unfortunately, falling from a ladder is one of the leading causes of fatalities each year. To help prevent injuries while using ladders, this brief microlearning episode discusses the safe practices to follow while standing and working on a ladder. Topics include: The belt buckle rule Why standing too high on a ladder is dangerous Why a ladder is made for one person to use at a time