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  • Name of Facility

  • Printed Name of Person Performing Audit

  • Date Inspected

  • Section 1.0 - Ladder(s)

    1. Choose the type of ladder that you will review.
    2. Choose the Location of the Ladder and its Number.
    3. If you select At Risk for any item the LADDER must be Removed from Service. Add photos and notes by clicking on the paperclip icon.
    4. To add a Corrective Measure, click on the paperclip icon then "Add Action", provide a description, assign to a member, set priority and due date.
    5. Share your report by exporting as PDF, Word, Excel or Web Link.

  • 1.1 Type of ladder

  • 1.2 Location of Ladder

  • 1.3 Construction of ladder

  • 1.4 Are the warning and duty rating labels easy to read?

  • 1.5 Does the ladder require service, maintenance, or removal from service?

  • 1.6 Is the ladder free from oil, grease or other material?

  • 1.7 Does the ladder show signs of rust?

  • 1.8 Are the rungs, cleats or steps intact and free from damage?

  • 1.9 Are there any missing parts from the ladder such as a rung, fly wheel, or rail?

  • 1.10 Do the rails have cracks or splintering?

  • 1.11 Is the ladder warped, bent, uneven, or damaged?

  • 1.12 Has the ladder been hit?

  • 1.13 Is the ladder free from protruding objects that could cause injury?

  • 1.14 Has a repair been made to the ladder other than those allowed by the manufacturer?

  • 1.15 Do rolling step ladders have a locking device to prevent movement?

  • 1.16 Do the spreader bars lock on step ladders?

  • 1.17 Is the ladder equipped with a safety device (platform or fall restraint)?

  • 1.18 Are fixed ladders (24 feet or more) equipped with a fall restraint system?

  • 1.19 Are fixed ladders equipped with a cage?

  • 1.20 Is the ladder safe for use?

  • 1.21 Has the impacted employee been trained on ladder use?

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