Ladders

Question 1

Explain the siting considerations for ladders?

Answer 1

Height
- Minimum 3 rungs above target
- Red and white markers to help

Projection
- The ratio of the length of the ladder to the projection should be approximately 4:1 or 75 degress.

Plumbing
- Ladder is perpendicular. At 90 degrees to the supporting surface, not leaning left or right.

Clearance
- Ensure there are no hazards when pitching.

Ground
- Ensure ground conditions are firm, stable and level.

Question 2

What are the ladder commands?

Answer 2

1a. All eyes to the head of the ladder, prepare to raise
1b. Raise
2a. Prepare to depress
2b. Depress
3a. Prepare to extend
3b. Extend
4a. Prepare to house
4b. House
5a. Prepare to elevate
5b. Elevate
6a. All clear above and behind, prepare to lower
6b. Lower

Question 3

What do you do if a ladder appears to be damaged, or does not conform to checks?

Answer 3

Complete a Form for Damaged or Missing Equipment /Uniform Report and notify the OIC for action.