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The American Ladder Institute recently released findings from its 2024 Ladder Safety Training and Citations Report, revealing the types and frequency of ladder-related injuries and citations, as well as preferred ladder safety education.
The survey revealed that the most common cause of injury was incorrect ladder set up, followed by using the incorrect ladder for a job.
To prepare for Ladder Safety Month coming up in March, Hardware Retailing recommends these products to keep your ladder-using customers safe.
Safety Ladders
The 5 Step Rolling Safety Ladder from Uline is made with four 4-inch diameter casters, two that are swivel and two that are rigid. The ladder has automatic wheel locks that lock in place when stepping on the first step.
Global Industrial’s Guardian Fall Protection Safe-T™ ladder extension system attaches to the top of a ladder and is designed to provide a safe transition from a ladder to a raised surface. The system includes two handrails that offer a walkthrough point to step on or off the ladder, a safety latch that prevents the extension from slipping off the ladder and cushioned bumper pads to help protect roofs.
Ladder Locks and Stoppers
This ladder lock from Grainger includes a cable hook and V-rung stabilizers that add stability when leaned against irregular surfaces. Made with a load capacity of up to 250 pounds, this steel ladder lock connects with utility wires and cables to prevent slipping.
First Place Supply Inc.’s Stop-A-Ladder ladder stopper prevents extension ladders from slipping on slick surfaces. The stopper features small suction cups made of foam that grip surfaces, is lightweight, includes an adjustable strap for easy ladder movement and works on all smooth surfaces, even when wet.
Ladder Cable Systems
The Safewaze EVO Detachable Cable Sleeve from Fall Protection Pros is a cable system that works with ⅜-inch cable ladders systems and automatically followers the ladder user closely while offering one-handed use. Made of corrosion resistant and lightweight materials, the cable sleeve can hold up to 420 pounds and prevents injury with its inertia and cam locking system.
Safe Keeper Fall Protection’s Safe Climber™ cable ladder safety system is made of stainless steel and easily integrates with any fixed ladder. The system includes a shock absorber and the vertical anchorage line mounts to a ladder without mounting brackets.
