Chapter 8 - LADDERS Flashcards
1
Q
What components of a ladder do roof ladders and extension ladders SHARE?
A
Butt spurs
Butt
Rails
Beams
Rungs
Tip
2
Q
Hazards when placing a ladder
A
Uneven ground
Unstable walls
Electrical hazards
Ice
3
Q
What degree is optimal for placing and climbing a ladder?
A
75 degrees
4
Q
When raising a ladder, how much higher do you wanna go over the edge?
A
3-5 rungs
5
Q
What does the paint or sticker in the middle of the ladder represent?
A
The balance point of the ladder
6
Q
When should you inspect and clean ladders and which NFPA standards maintain this?
A
After each use and monthly
NFPA 1932
7
Q
When checking extension ladders, which specific components should you check?
A
Pawl (dogs)
Halyard
Halyard cable
Pulley
8
Q
What distance is the minimum when raising ladders within electrical wires?
A
3m (10ft)
