If you plan on doing work inside or outside the house, staying safe while trying to tidy up those hard-to-reach places should always remain a top priority. Especially if you plan on using ladders.

1. Wear shoes with non-skid soles for proper grip. 2. Clean oil or other debris from the ladder before use and ensure that the rungs or steps are completely dry. 3. Inspect the ladder before use to ...

We use ladders for so many DIY projects, and we rarely give a second thought to the possibility of a ladder accident — probably because ladders have few moving parts (if any) and aren’t power ...

Falling off a ladder really is easy, and can be deadly. Here's how to stay safe on a ladder from the pros at Consumer Reports.

As a tool, ladders have been around longer than the wheel, so you would think we would know how to safely use them at this point. And yet, we still experience an average of 2,000 injures EVERY DAY ...

USING THE LADDER • Read all of the manufacturer's safety information carefully and be sure you understand it before using your ladder. • Use the right ladder for the job.

Earlier this month, we addressed factors to consider when selecting the right ladder for the job. Now, we’ll cover how to safely use it. Before you start your journey up the ladder, there are a ...

Ladder Safety Employees must understand how to properly set up, use and climb a ladder for safe work. By Sydny Shepard May 01, 2022 Every household in America probably has a ladder in it, maybe it ...

Ladder Risks as You Age All the experts we consulted with agree that there are increasing risks to using a ladder as you age. For starters, one of the biggest risks is getting injured in the process.