Title: Demonstrate safe laddering techniques.
Course: Building Management I (16103-I ) > Section: Applying Basic Construction Safety Standards (Core Safety)

Demonstration should involve using appropriate conduct and safety procedures

- while using ladders (e.g., three-point contact)
- while carrying ladders (e.g., two people at all times
- while erecting and setting ladders.

Identification of ladder types may include

- wall (straight) ladder
- extension ladder
- step ladder
- roof ladder
- attic ladder
- special purpose ladders (e.g., articulating, mobile, platform, pompier)
- solid beam ladder
- truss beam wood ladder
- aluminum ladder
- wood and aluminum truss ladder
- fiberglass ladder

and the parts and safety features of each.

Teacher Resource:

American Ladder Institute’s Ladder Safety Training

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why are ladders rated for certain weights?
- Why is the apex of a stepladder not considered a step?