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Home » ladder safety

Articles Tagged with ''ladder safety''

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Safety Measures for an Aging HVAC Workforce

Challenges and solutions for a safer workplace
Mike McCullion
March 13, 2025

 Tasks that were once routine may become more challenging, increasing the likelihood of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and other injuries.


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Understanding OSHA’s National Emphasis Program on Falls: What You Need to Know

National Emphasis Programs (NEPs) are temporary programs initiated by OSHA and involve new enforcement
Mike McCullion
November 7, 2024

The enforcement of the falls NEP will involve proactive inspections. Here’s how OSHA plans to enforce the program, writes SNIPS NEWS Safety Contributor Mike McCullion.


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The Costly Consequences of Falls in the Construction Industry

Several factors contribute to the prevalence of falls in construction
Mike McCullion
April 8, 2024

When insurance companies look at a company for liability and workers comp insurance, frequent and severe injuries are a flashpoint.


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Ladders are the biggest cause of workplace accidents for HVAC technicians.

Safety Requires Constant Effort from HVAC Contractors

Driving poses biggest risk for accidents
Ted Craig
Ted Craig
October 13, 2020
A commitment to safety starts in the shop and continues on the road and then to the job site.
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Werner Co.: Dual-purpose Ladder

June 12, 2017

Designed for service crews, electricians, and general contractors, the fiberglass ladders feature enhanced ergonomics that offer safety and efficiency.


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WEATHER GUARD®, a Werner Co. brand: Ladder Rack

August 3, 2015

EZGlide2 Drop-Down Ladder Racks are appropriate for contractors and remodelers who need to secure and transport ladders and electrical conduit on top of a van. 


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Ladder Safety Quick Tips

Follow these tips to avoid injury
July 20, 2015

Falls from portable ladders (step, straight, combination, and extension) are one of the leading causes of occupational injuries and fatalities. The following are some quick tips from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) on ladder safety.


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Work at Height Worst Practice Revealed as 'Idiots on Ladders' Crowned

Campaign Illustrates How People Do It Wrong
Andrew Gaved
February 16, 2015

The Ladder Association, a United Kingdom equipment body, has revealed the results of its annual search for unsafe ladder practices with jaw-dropping pictures sent in by the public.


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Safe T Climb Inc.: Ladder Anti-Fall Device

October 20, 2014

Safe T Climb is designed to work on any ladder and on any flat, pitched, or parapet-wall roof. 


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American Ladder Institute Launches New Website

New Resources for Ladder Safety Information, Training, and Standards
September 1, 2014

The American Ladder Institute (ALI) announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, www.americanladderinstitute.org. ALI said the new site is dedicated to advancing its mission of promoting ladder safety in the workplace and home through education, training, and development of ladder safety standards.


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