December 24, 2025
Falls from heights remain one of the most common causes of workplace injuries, yet many of these incidents are entirely preventable with the right preparation. Whether you are using a step ladder for a quick task or an extension ladder for facility maintenance, understanding the physics of stability is essential for your physical safety.
The Ladder Safety lesson provides a practical guide to identifying hidden hazards and mastering the techniques that keep you secure while working off the ground. By taking this lesson, you will learn how to select the appropriate equipment for your environment and how to implement the "three points of contact" rule to ensure you return home safely at the end of every shift.
This lesson teaches:
- Choose the right ladder for the job and environment.
- Inspect before every use — look for damage and wear.
- Use the 4-to-1 rule for extension ladders.
- Maintain three points of contact at all times.
- Never overreach — move the ladder instead.
Resources
If you have an LMS-connected account, you can download the SCORM file for the Ladder Safety microlesson. For more information, please refer to the Available Microlessons content article for additional information.