Ladders

One of the most common yet dangerous pieces of equipment in both the home and the workplace, the ladder is responsible for thousands of serious injuries each year in the United States. Although some of these injuries occur due to the deliberate misuse of a ladder, many others result from the proper use of ladders that were badly designed or manufactured. Furthermore, in the workplace, it is the responsibility of the employer to ensure that ladders are properly maintained and regularly inspected for flaws and damage, as well as to discontinue the use of any ladder that is potentially unsafe. Likewise, employers must supervise the use of ladders by employees, making sure that metal ladders are not used around electrical wires or equipment. Failure to do so can lead to shock or electrocution.

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