HSE : IQA : Ladders

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The Safety Interview Question & Answer

Topic: Ladder

1. Explain the three types of ladders.
• Straight ladder, including portable and fixed ladders.
• Extension ladder
• Step ladder (a frame ladder).
2. Describe the safe use of ladders?
• Ladders shall be maintained free of oil, grease, and other slipping hazards.
• Ladders shall be used only for the purpose for which they are designed.
• When ascending or descending, face the ladder always.
• Defective ladders, like broken or missing rungs, cleats, broken steps, corroded components, or other faulty components, shall not be used.
• Ladders shall be inspected by competent personal for visible defects that could affect their safe use.
• The area around the top and bottom of the ladder shall be kept clear.
• Ladders shall not be used beyond maximum intended load for which they were designed.
3. Tell me about safe use of step ladders.
• The step ladder shall be free of grease, oil, or other slippery hazards.
• Don't use the top or top step of the step ladder as a step.
• Do not use a defective step ladder.
• Face the ladder while ascending or descending.
• A metal spreader or locking device shall be used to hold the front and back section in an open position when the ladder is being used. The step ladder shall be gripped by 1 worker while being used by another.
• Maintain the top and bottom free of any obstruction.
• Keep the step ladder close to work.
• Do not use a step ladder horizontally like a platform.
• Do not use a metal step ladder near a power line or electrical equipment.
4. Safety rules when using ladders?
• The footwear is not greasy, oily, or muddy and has a good grip on the rungs.
• When climbing or coming down a ladder, you should face the ladder side and hold it with both hands.
• Carry light tools in pockets in a shoulder bag.
• Hold on with at least one new hand if using both hands, then use a safety belt
• Never climb higher than the third rung from the top on a straight or second from the top on an extension ladder.
• The step ladder must be fully open and the divider locked
• Metal ladders shall not be used near electrical equipment.
• Metal ladder shall not be placed on firm footing and at an angle of 75
• Any ladder found to have a defect in any way should be marked "do not use."
• Ladder shall not be placed on a box or drum.
• Rubber protection on the head and heel of a ladder is necessary.
5. What should be the minimum distance between two rungs?
• Not less than 10 inches and more than 14 inches.
6. What is the 4 to 1 rule of the ladder?
• 4-to-1 rules mean that if a ladder is 12 feet off the ground, the base needs to be 3 feet from the wall. The ladder shall be set at 75 degrees.
7. What is the 3-point of contact rule for ladders?
• 3 points of contact rules mean that when climbing up or down, 2 hands and 1 foot or 2 feet and 1 hand shall always be on the ladder.
8. Do you think 1 kg of load is allowed to be carried in hand while climbing up or down the ladder?
• No, 3-point contact cannot be maintained while carrying load.
9. How long shall the portable ladder extend from the landing surface?
• The portable ladder shall extend 3 feet from the landing surface.
10. Can we use aluminum ladders near power lines or electrical equipment?
• No, non-conductive ladders shall be used, like wooden or fiberglass.