An electrician was fatally
injured when he fell from a
16 ft. aluminum tripod
ladder (an orchard ladder).
The ladder was erected on
an epoxy-coated concrete floor inside a
storage garage. The front single post slid
forward and the ladder collapsed with the
electrician on it. He suffered severe head
injuries as a result of the fall and died 46
hours after the incident.
Safe work practices:
- Follow manufacturers'
instructions at all
times.
- Use the right
type of ladder
for the job.
- Ensure ladders
are equipped with
anti-skid feet when
used on smooth
surfaces.
- Never use aluminum ladders
adjacent to live electrical
conductors.
