Don't Forget Ladder Safety

摘要

The hazards of molten metal and silica are forefront in the minds of most metalcast-ers. However, there are many lesser emphasized regulations that OSHA enforces. Falls from heights are one of OSHA's Fatal Four, accounting for 384 of the 991 deaths in 2016 (all U.S. industries combined). Every year, there are over 136,000 emergency room visits related to ladder injuries, so let's take a closer look at the ladder safety requirements.