Ladder Safety Information

Certifications and organizational information

All ladders provided by Cisco-Eagle are built on a foundation of quality and safety. They all meet or exceed the standards and requirements of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, (OSHA).

Regarding OSHA Requirements

OSHA sets minimum national requirements for the use of ladders in business and industry. In addition, many states have their own regulations under the Occupational health and Safety Act that may be even more stringent. The state codes will supersede Federal OSHA standards within their own state. You should check with your state OSHA representatives for the appropriate requirements.

The adequacy of ladders and the work practices followed by employees using them are regulated by OSHA in four sections:

• Portable Wood (1910.25)
• Portable Metal (1910.26)
• Fixed Ladders (1910.27)
• Ladders used in Construction Industry (1926.1053)

These sections specify the standards to which all portable ladders must be manufactured, care and placement of ladders in the workplace, and safe use of ladders on the job.

Regarding ANSI Requirements

Depending on the material and type of ladder, different ANSI safety codes apply. The ANSI codes are as follows:
 

ANSI codes also have an established Duty Rating. This rating identifies which portable ladder is intended for the conditions under which the ladder can be safely used. The Duty Rating system is as follows:

Regarding CSA International Certification

The CSA mark is your assurance that listed products meet all applicable CSA safety standards. Representative samples of our product were examined and tested according to the applicable standard. Products carrying this mark are rated Grade 1 for Heavy-Duty Construction and Industrial Use.