Are You a Ladder Safety Pro?
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What is the recommended way to remove a ladder from a truck or van?

  • Remove the back side of the ladder and pivot off the front of the rack to stand the ladder up vertically. (correct)
  • Carry the ladder extended.
  • Drag the ladder from the truck to the house.
  • Tie the ladder rungs together so that the rails shift while you are carrying it.

    • What should you look out for during a ladder safety check?

  • Any damage and missing or loose parts. (correct)
  • The length of the ladder.
  • The brand of the ladder.
  • The color of the ladder.

    • What is the best way to carry a ladder?

  • Carrying the ladder extended.
  • Dragging the ladder to the house.
  • In a briefcase fashion or vertically using your legs to pick up and carry the ladder instead of your back. (correct)
  • Carrying the ladder horizontally.

    • What is the recommended height for the top of the ladder when climbing onto a roof?

    <p>3 ft. above the eave of the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended tool for carrying equipment and/or materials up or down a ladder?

    <p>A bucket and hand line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if your belt buckle goes outside the area between the rails of the ladder?

    <p>Climb down the ladder and reposition it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most dangerous transition when using a ladder?

    <p>Climbing off of the ladder and onto the roof</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is tying off your ladder optional?

    <p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended way to position your 32' extension ladder on your work truck?

    <p>On the driver side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 4:1 rule for ladder positioning?

    <p>For every 4 feet of height, move the base 1 foot away from the wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper angle to position the ladder against a building for optimum safety?

    <p>If you can stand with your toes at the ladder feet and reach straight out with your hands to touch the rungs with your fingertips</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended way to climb up or down a ladder?

    <p>Slide your hands on the rails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you need to bring up supplies to the roof?

    <p>Use a bucket and rope to pull them up</p> Signup and view all the answers

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