SEC-10 • Elevated Work & Fall Prevention • 29 CFR 1926.1050–1060 (Subpart X) & 29 CFR 1910.23

Portable Ladders, Stairways & Safe Access Program

Stairway/ladder requirement at ≥19 inches elevation break, 3-foot extension above upper landing, 4:1 angle ratio, securing ladders at top/bottom, 3-point contact climb rule, and Type IA / IAA duty ratings.

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Mandatory OSHA & RAVS® Audit Elements Covered

Every Portable Ladders, Stairways & Safe Access Program document generated by Trade Safety Manuals is pre-merged with your Company Name and Designated Safety Director and addresses these required regulatory provisions:

  • Provide a stairway or ladder at all points of access where there is a break in elevation of 19 inches or more
  • Extend portable extension ladders at least 3 feet (36 inches) above the upper landing surface and tie off at the top; pitch at a 4:1 ratio (1 foot out for every 4 feet of working length)
  • Use only non-conductive fiberglass ladders (Type IA 300-lb or Type IAA 375-lb Extra Heavy Duty) within proximity of electrical equipment
  • Maintain 3 points of contact at all times while climbing; never stand on the top cap or top step of a stepladder; never use a folded stepladder leaned against a wall
OSHA Construction Standard: 29 CFR 1926.1050–1060 (Subpart X)
OSHA General Industry Standard: 29 CFR 1910.23
RAVS® / Portal Category: Elevated Work & Fall Prevention
Required Employee Training Interval: Initial orientation + refresher after any improper ladder use observation
Competent Person Inspection Frequency: Visual inspection by user before each shift; defective ladders immediately tagged "DO NOT USE" and removed from service

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Mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) & Controls Specified:

  • Slip-Resistant Safety-Toe Footwear
  • Tool Belt or Hoist Line (keep hands free while climbing)

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