Fixed & Portable Ladders

The purpose of this procedure is to establish requirements for design, installation, use, care, and maintenance of fixed ladders. This procedure also establishes requirements for the purchase, inspection, use, and maintenance of portable ladders. Portable ladders include fiberglass, wood or aluminum step ladders, extension ladders, single ladders, hook ladders, and trestle ladders ranging from 3 feet to 30 feet.