Re: Need Ladder Info

[nick markowitz <nmarkowitz@xxxxxxxxx>]

On Mar 11, 7:31=A0pm, G. Morgan <usenet_ab...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> nick markowitz <nmarkow...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> >> The ladders are very sturdy and solid despite there design so
> >> toppling is not very likely.
>
> It's highly unlikely. =A0Those things are built solid (at least the Werne=
r brand).
>
> After all, that's what it's designed for. =A0The notion of using a 100 lb=
. ladder
> as a multi-ladder for everyday use is ridiculous. =A0Plus, they don't eve=
n work
> that way (as an extension ladder).
>
> >> That said only experienced people should be using them there not for
> >> an amateur to set up.
>
> Most definitely. =A0My contribution was helping carrying the beast, and g=
et it
> set-up. =A0I wouldn't get on it!
>
> >For that matter any time your over 6 ft on ladder =A0your suppose to
> >have a full harness on.
>
> Sometimes that's not possible. =A0In fact, sometimes attempting to tie-of=
f is
> dangerous in itself. =A0I use my better judgment, and knowing where the s=
afety
> dude helps too, hopefully out to lunch.
>
> >Since I do mostly industrial you follow OSHA rules =A0or you do not
> >work.
> >I have been on plenty of sites where they have sent contractors
> >packing for not following safety rules.
>
> I've seen them cut extension cords, cut cords off power tools, and cuttin=
g
> ladders in half.

I do not work with contractors  that are not safe most safety is
common sense. if you have none you should not be working. and cutting
out paper dollies instead.