HSE Trolley ladder Inspection

Ladder should be physically in good condition without ware and tare.

Ladder should be free from corrosion, rot, splinters, protruding pieces, sharp edges, loose components, etc

Loose steps or rungs (consider loose if they can be moved by hand)

Feet of the ladder should work properly.

Feet of the ladder should have slip resistant pads.

Ladder rung locks and spreader braces should be in working condition

Bolts, rivets, fasteners, anchors and supports, screws of Ladder should be tight and secured.

Platform and steps of the ladder should be in good condition without any damage. It should be firm and secured.

Ladder steps and rungs should be free from debris, dirt, oil, grease and other material

Slivers on uprights, rungs or steps

Damaged or worn nonslip bases

Trolley wheels out of adjustment

Does the ladder side rails extend at least 3 feet above the upper landing surface to which the ladder is used to gain access?

Are portable ladders less than 20 feet long?

Clamps to avoid ladder slip

For extension ladder: locks and flippers of the locks should be in working and firm condition. Rope should be secured to the fly section and rope should move smoothly through pulley system.