Stairs and Ladders

29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

Stairway or Ladder must be provided for a 19 or greater break in elevation where no ramp, runway, embankment, or personnel hoist is provided. At least one point of access between levels must be kept clear at all times.

STAIRWAYS Minimum width of 22 Angle must be between 30 and 50o Capable of withstanding 5 times estimated load or at least 1000 lbs. Variation in riser height or depth less than 1/4

If not permanent part of structure - landings at least every 12, (30 deep and 22 wide) Where doors or gates open directly on stairway, a platform must be provided that extends at least 20 beyond swing of door Slippery conditions on stairways must be corrected Workers may not use spiral stairways that are not part of the permanent structure ES&H, Inc. (865) 671-2374

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29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

STAIRRAILS AND HANDRAILS Stairways having four or more risers or 30 whichever is less, shall be provided with: At least one handrail One stairrail system along each unprotected side Height of stairrail - 36 - 37 Height of handrail - 30 - 37 Stairrail and handrail capable of withstanding at least 200 lbs. of force

Midrail, when used, must be halfway between toprail and steps No openings greater than 19 Unprotected sides and edges of stairway landings must be provided with standard 42 guardrail systems

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29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

Stairway or Ladder must be provided for a 19 or greater break in elevation where no ramp, runway, embankment, or personnel hoist is provided. At least one point of access between levels must be kept clear at all times.

LADDERS - GENERAL Ladder rungs, cleats, and steps must be parallel, level, and uniformly spaced 10 - 14 apart 30 clearance in front of ladder 11.5 clearance on either side of ladder Used on stable, secure surface Must not be tied or fastened together to create longer sections unless designed to do so Use nonconductive ladders when working around electricity Inspected by competent person for defects Worker must face ladder when ascending or descending

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29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

EXTENSION LADDERS No extension ladders > 60 in height Top of ladder must extend at least 3 above working surface Secured to top surface Safe angle maintained in a 4:1 ratio Slip-resistant base 8-18 between steps for base section 6-12 between steps for extension section

STEP LADDERS
No step ladders > 20 tall Spreaders locked on step ladders when being used Top of ladder must not be used as a step

PORTABLE LADDERS
Must support at least 4 times maximum intended load Minimum distance between side rails must be 11.5

DOUBLE CLEATED LADDERS

Double cleated ladders or two or more separate ladders must be provided when there are 25 or more employees or when the ladders simultaneously serve as two-way traffic

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29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

FIXED LADDERS:
Must extend at least 42 above access level Each step must support at least 250 lbs. Minimum distance between steps and any obstruction behind ladder - 7 Minimum distance between steps and any obstruction in front of ladder - 30 Must support at least 2 loads of 250 lbs. each between any two consecutive attachments 16 minimum between any two fixed ladders If total length of climb equals or exceeds 24 feet, must have either: Ladder safety device Self-retracting lifelines and rest platforms at intervals of at least 150 ft., or cage or well with multiple ladder sections - maximum of 50 feet per ladder section
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29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

TRAINING:
Conducted by a competent person Must include: Nature of fall hazards in work area Correct procedures for erecting, maintaining, and disassembling the fall protection systems to be used Proper construction, use, placement, and care in handling of all stairways and ladders Maximum intended load-carrying capacities of ladders used Retrain as necessary to maintain understanding and knowledge acquired through compliance with the standard

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29 CFR 1926.1050-1060 - Subpart X

LADDER SAFETY
Wooden parts must be physically sound and free from compression failures decay or other irregularities. The metal spreader or locking device of should be of sufficient size and strength to securely hold the front and back section in open positions shall be a component of each stepladder. The spreader shall have all sharp points covered or removed to protect the user. Check the joints between the steps and side rails, as these must be tight and all hardware and fittings securely attached. Never place ladders on boxes, barrels or other unstable bases to obtain additional height. If the base has the potential for slipping, then non-slip bases should be used on the ladder. If the ground is soft, or has the potential for slipping when weight is applied on the ladder, then additional footing for a more stable base must be used. On step ladders, the bracing on the back legs of these ladders are designed solely for increasing stability and not for climbing. When climbing up the ladder, hold the hand rails. Make sure the ladder is tall enough to do the job because you can't step on the top two steps of any step ladder. Another good rule to remember is the belt buckle rule and this also reflects upon the ladder's center of gravity. You should keep the center of your body, within the inside rails of the ladder. If you must use materials or tools, hoist them up with a rope or other device. You need both hands when climbing up or down a ladder. Don't place them near doors because on opening door could create an accident. Never use a metal or aluminum ladder when working with electricity. Never use any ladder in a horizontal position as runways or as scaffolds. Make sure the ladders steps were completely clean and free of grease or other slippery surfaces is another important part of ladder safety for platform ladders.

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