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Each year, 11,000 people die and 200,000 people are injured by falls. Falls are the third leading cause of work-related injuries. Because of these alarming statistics, OSHA requires training for anyone who works on the floor. The scales are a big part of prevention of falls and appropriate security measures when working on ladders are essential to a safe workplace.

First things first when working the land in any capacity you need the mentality appropriate. Always think about safety and the safest way to carry out the task. Not enough to jump off the ladder and go. Each time you use a ladder you need to inspect. Surely the basis of the scale is balanced and secure, then inspect the levels of waste or liquids. If you climb high, you never hurts to have another balance help the person on the scale – always error on the side of caution. Also, be sure to watch the job for potential hazards. Never use a ladder if you are too tired, injured or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you have reservations about the increase – do not.

When climbing a ladder, make sure to a rise of three points. Always face the front of the scale. Never walk backwards or sideways! Keep your hands on the side rails. Up a ladder may be "old hat" to you, but you never know when you take your foot and if your hands are not on the side rails, will be virtually impossible to capture. Finally, keep the weight centered between the rails and walk one step at a time. Up a staircase is a matter of balance and scales are designed more for building three points.

When descending a staircase of three points of the same applies. Balance is more important in the decent. Make sure you get one step at a time and make sure your foot is on the bar before going to the other foot. Visibility is more difficult in the way down and you're wearing something that you were not growing.

Do not be a death or disability resulting from falls in the workplace every year. Follow the simple instructions to work on the stairs and to never take an unnecessary risk. You can save a second or two, but if you are injured for the second life that seem crazy. Be careful!

Charlie Bentson King is a Vice President for Workplace Safety Videos – a distributor of safety videos and safety DVDs

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