Working at heights is high risk and a leading cause of death and serious injury in Australia. According to Safe Work Australia, falls, trips and slips are responsible for more than 20% of serious workplace claims. In 2021, 11% of worker fatalities were falls from a height.
Performing inspections on equipment is important to maintain a safe and healthy workplace. The Ladder Inspection Checklist Form helps businesses to assess whether equipment is safe for use.
This simple and easy-to-use form ensures that:
- timber ladders are correctly maintained
- there are no loose parts
- ladders are not damaged in any way, and
- stops on the hinge spreaders and rope of extension ladder is in good condition.
