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A copy of the manufacturer's operating and maintenance manual shall be kept in a pouch or <br /> compartment on the forklift so that the operator may easily consult the manual. <br /> Ladders <br /> All ladders shall be inspected daily and ladders with defects or other safety-related problems <br /> shall be withdrawn immediately from service. Proper ladders shall be used for all jobs and all <br /> ladders shall be properly positioned and secured. The following are some of the general <br /> requirements for a ladder on this site: <br /> 1. Ladder rungs, cleats, and steps must be parallel, level, and uniformly spaced when the <br /> ladder is in position for use. <br /> 2. Rungs, cleats, and steps of portable and fixed ladders must not be spaced less than 10 <br /> inches apart or more than 14 inches apart, along the ladder's side rails. <br /> 3. Rungs, cleats, and steps of step stools must not be less than 8 inches apart, nor more <br /> than 12 inches apart. <br /> 4. Ladders will not be tied or fastened together to create a longer ladder unless they are <br /> designed for that purpose. <br /> 5. Ladder components must be surfaced to prevent injury from punctures or lacerations, <br /> and prevent snagging of clothing. <br /> 6. Wood ladders will not be coated with any paint or other opaque coating, except for <br /> identification or warning labels. <br /> 7. Portable ladders must be capable of supporting at least four times the maximum <br /> intended load; extra heavy-duty type 1A ladders must sustain 3.3 times the maximum <br /> intended load. <br /> 8. Fixed ladders must be capable of supporting at least two loads of 250 pounds each, <br /> concentrated between any two consecutive attachments. <br /> 9. A metal spreader or locking device must be provided on each stepladder to hold the <br /> front and back sections in an open position when the ladder is in use. <br /> 10. Ladders must be maintained free of oil, grease, or other slip hazard. <br /> 11. When portable ladders are used for access to an upper landing surface, the side rails <br /> must extend at least 3 feet above the upper surface landing. When an extension is not <br /> possible, the ladder must be secured, and a grab rail or other means of grabbing must <br /> be provided. <br /> 12. Ladders must not be loaded beyond the maximum intended load. <br /> 13. Ladders will only be used for their designed purpose. <br /> 14. Ladders will only be used on stable, level and slip resistant surfaces unless secured to <br /> prevent accidental movement. <br /> 15. Ladders placed in hazardous or congested passageways will be secured and traffic <br /> barricades and/or warnings signs will be used. <br /> 16. The area at the top and bottom of the ladder will be kept clear. <br /> 17. Non-conductive ladders will only be used when the potential for contact with exposed <br /> energized electrical is present. <br /> 18. The top or top step of a stepladder will not be used as a step. <br /> 19. Single-rail ladders will not be used. <br /> 28 <br />