Hi James,
It may be possible to use a leg lock to secure yourself to the ladder
that meets the safety requirement. See the below link:
http://vancouver.ca/FIRE/glossary/Terms/leglock.htm
This is routinely done in the fire service to free up both hands and still
maintain a safe position on the ladder. You will have to check with your
local safety officer to see if it is acceptable in your organization.
Thanks,
Jerry Trepanier
EMC Leader - Waukesha
GE Healthcare
Technology - Lean Product Development
EMC Laboratory Waukesha
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From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Goedderz, Jim
Sent: Friday, September 11, 2009 12:29 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: one handed installation
Hi forum,
Some of our recent health and safety training has indicated that it is
necessary to have three points of contact on a ladder when up and installing a
fixture, light, camera, etc.
First question that came up was if this was a legal (OSHA maybe) requirement.
Anybody dealt with this and has insight?
Secondly, would 2 feet and a knee be considered the 3 points of contact?
If there is some legal basis to the 3 point of contact requirement, can anyone
provide a reference or perhaps knowledge of when it is necessary?
Thank you.
James Goedderz
Product Safety Engineer
Tyco/Sensormatic
561.912.6378
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