04/18/2018

Smart and Safe Ladder Usage Prevents Falls and Tragedies

The Gowrie Safety Report

Smart and Safe Ladder Usage Prevents Falls and Tragedies 

Superstitious people consider walking under a ladder to be bad luck, but most real ladder danger arises from using defective ladders, poor ladder choice, or misuse.  Falls are one of the most common hazards found in all occupational settings, with falls from ladders making up nearly a third of fall related deaths.   The good news is common sense, thinking before climbing, and following safe usage and smart selection guidelines go a long way towards preventing ladder falls, injuries, and deaths. Read the Gowrie Safety Report.