Mobile Ladder Stand Inspections

When necessary ladder levelers shall be used to achieve equal rail support on uneven surfaces.

Mobile ladder stand inspections. All items will be tagged with our ladder log inspection system tag. Mobile ladder stand inspections conducted by a competent person following the manufacturer s instructions will identify structural defects before use. We will keep you informed of future inspections by email. Mobile ladder stands and mobile ladder stand platforms.

Some inspection items may only apply to equipment made from specific materials yes no n a inspection item comments are all components of the portable mobile ladder stand platform s support structure and. Inspections are carried out either at 3 4 or 6 monthly intervals depending on frequency of use. 3 for additional examples of mobile ladder stands. Mobile ladder stand platforms with a platform height of 4 to 10 feet 1 2 m to 3 m have in the platform area handrails with a vertical height of at least 36 inches 91 cm and midrails.

Fixed length ladder. 29 cfr 1910 29 a 3 vi definitions. All accessories such as leg levelers paint shelves stand off shelves etc. A mobile ladder stand may also have handrails and is designed for use by one employee at a time.

1 is a movable fixed height self supporting ladder consisting of wide flat treads in the form of steps which give access to a top step. The assembly may include handrails and is intended for use by one person. In addition to following the manufacturer s. A mobile ladder stand fig.

Osha defines a mobile ladder stand as a mobile fixed height self supporting ladder that usually consists of wheels or casters on a rigid base and steps leading to a top step 29 cfr 1910 21. These inspections should be documented and each mobile ladder stand should display a sticker placard tag or log with inspection dates. A ladder that has been exposed to fire or strong chemicals should be discarded. Ladder stand mobile and platform manufacturer s labels present and legible must include manufacturer month year of manufacture maximum rated load pass fail pass fail pass fail pass fail.

The ladder base shall be placed on a secure and level footing. A full report will be emailed for your records following any inspection. Safety inspection checklist mobile ladder stands platforms note.