Safety & CodesQuestion 97 of 110

When using a portable ladder, a safe practice is to maintain what?

a.One hand on a tool at all times
b.Three points of contact and proper ladder angle
c.The ladder on a slippery surface
d.The top rung as a step

Explanation

Maintaining three points of contact and setting a straight ladder at roughly a 4-to-1 angle greatly reduces fall risk. Ladders must be on stable, level surfaces and inspected before use. Cal/OSHA specifies ladder safety requirements to prevent falls, a leading cause of injury.

Law Reference: Cal/OSHA Title 8

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