Did you know that ladders are involved in 81% of construction workers fall injuries?
Inspecting a ladder is a quick and easy thing to do, but it is also very easy to forget. We’ve all been there: they look fine, they stand straight… What else is there to see? Well, it turns out there’s actually a few very important things to check up before using one.
Yes, all the ladders we sell are engineered to meet or exceed all ladder safety standards set by ANSI and OSHA. But even though our ladders are tough and able to withstand abuse, we always encourage everyone to do a yearly ladder inspection.
Homeowners use their ladders sparingly, maybe just a few times per year, so the assumption is that they’re always safe to use. And what about professionals? The company they work for must care for its equipment, right? Besides, they’ve only been using their “new” ladder for two months! Of course it’s still up to par… but is it, really?
Well, there’s only one way to find out: inspect it. The more informed we are, the lesser the chance of being involved in an accident. We offer ladder inspections here at American Ladders & Scaffolds. Call 860-657-9252 to schedule yours today!
If you find that your ladder does not conform to minimum ladder safety standards, don’t risk it. Let us say that again: don’t risk your health –or even your life– because you need to save some time or a few bucks. It’s not worth it. Talk to one of our professionals at 860-657-9252, borrow a safe ladder from a friend, or get a new Ladder online