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The ladder is one of the most common tools in the world. It is used daily for tasks throughout the globe, and its improper use often leads to unnecessary injuries. If you are in the market for a ladder through a tool sales or tool rental shop, familiarize yourself with safe usage procedures before climbing the rungs. To help you avoid becoming a statistic, below are some essential ladder safety tips.

3 Vital Tips for Safe Ladder Use

1. Never Mount the Top RungTool sales

You are not meant to climb ladders to the top. If you mount the top rung, you have no way to steady yourself and no handholds. Leave at least two steps above your foothold so you can lean against them and steady yourself with your legs. This method is true of both folding ladders and extension ladders. If you must mount the top rung to reach your objective, you're using the wrong tool. Discuss buying or renting a longer ladder with a tool sales or rental shop.

2. Be Careful Where You Erect It

While working on a ladder, you don't want a lot of foot traffic passing by. Someone could jostle the base and send you toppling to the ground. Never set a ladder up near an entry door or in the path of pedestrian—or vehicle—traffic. Also, make sure the floor is dry and the ground is level. Finally, the top of the ladder should rest squarely on a firm, rigid surface.

3. Use 3 Points of Contact

For safest ladder use, always maintain three points of contact between yourself and the ladder. For instance, keep two feet planted on the rungs and use one hand to grip the ladder frame. Use your other hand to wield the screwdriver or paintbrush. Alternatively, you may stand on only one foot if you maintain a firm grip with both hands. 

 

To rent or buy a quality ladder, stop by Hamilton Rental Center, a tool sales and rental shop in Hamilton, OH. They serve customers throughout Southwest Ohio who are seeking deals on propane, masonry tools, concrete finishing tools, aerial lifts, and lawn mower repair. Visit their website to view current specials, or call (513) 868-8665 to ask about pricing and store hours.

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