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When you need to paint, you need to understand the correct ladder safety when painting. If you have been using a ladder for a while, remembering some safety regulations and tips is not always easy.
Even if you use ladders every day, you should make sure that you understand the correct ladder safety when painting. Here are some things you need to know.
The wrong ladder can lead to an unsafe workplace. You need to choose the right ladder for the job, with the right height and the ability to support enough weight. In addition, please make sure that it provides the functions needed to paint where you need to paint.
When painting, your balance will be worse than when you put your hands on a ladder. You will also be tempted to reach farther than you should. It's best to make sure you never stand higher than the fourth rung at the top of the ladder.
When you stand too high, you may become shaky, which may cause problems. Pay attention to where you stand and don't stand too high.
You don't want to walk up the ladder with something in your hand. This will make it more difficult to maintain three points of contact (two feet and one hand or one foot and two hands) with the ladder.
Certain accessories can make it easier for you to fix your painting equipment, such as a small platform connected to a ladder rung.
You always want to know the surface you are using and the ladder you are using. Make sure you know how slippery it might become or if there is some swing on the ladder. Check the surface and ladder before continuing to paint.
The safety of the ladder when painting is very important. Due to falling ladders and accidents, many people end up in the emergency room every year. Don't be one of them. Use these tips to stay safe while painting and using ladders.
