News

Illinois offers webinars in March on using ladders safely

Posted March 07, 2021 6:00 am

The Associated Press

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) - The Illinois Department of Labor wants to decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and deaths through education during March, 'œNational Ladder Safety Month.'ť

The agency's division of the federal Occupational Health and Safety Administration is planning free weekly webinars on how to stay safe while climbing the rungs.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that about 500,000 people are injured and 300 people die annually in ladder-related injuries.

Labor Director Michael Kleinik says safety precautions are vital when climibing, 'œfrom the smallest step ladder to the tallest extension ladder.'ť

Webinars are free when participants register online. Topics include choosing a ladder; inspection and setup; safety while climbing; safety at the top; and misconceptions about ladder safety.

The America Ladder Institute also offers online training and a safety certificate after completing the course and a ladder safety test.

Article Comments

Article Categories
Content Providers Illinois News Region

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.