Section 1910.28 establishes the employer's duty to provide fall protection for employees on fixed ladders, and § 1910.29 specifies the criteria for fall protection systems for fixed ladders.

Oct 21, 2025 · Maintain a 3-point contact (two hands and a foot, or two feet and a hand) when climbing/descending a ladder. Face the ladder when climbing or descending. Keep the body inside …

Ladders may only be used for the purposes for which they were designed. Ladders must be inspected before use in each work shift, and more frequently as necessary, to identify any visible defects that …

3 days ago · Navigate fixed ladder compliance. Understand the design, fall protection, and inspection rules formerly in 1910.27 and now in current OSHA regulations.

Nov 27, 2023 · Get answers to FAQs about ladders, including OSHA rules, fall protection, inspections, and manufacturer labels. Learn best practices for ladder safety.

This particular standard falls under Safety and Health Regulations for Construction. There is another General Industry Standard for Ladders (1910.24–27) that isn’t in the OSHA’s Top 10 List for 2023, …

Use a ladder only on a stable and level surface, unless it has been secured (top or bottom) to prevent displacement. Do not place a ladder on boxes, barrels or other unstable bases to obtain additional …

What are OSHA’s ladder safety standards? OSHA’s ladder safety regulations aren’t one-size-fits-all. They vary by industry and application, with specific standards for general industry (29 CFR 1910.23, …

Using ladders poses inherent risk. The risk can be greatly reduced by training ladder users, completing ladder inspections and proper ladder maintenance. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration …