TITLE:	ES&H Manual
DOCUMENT ID:	6132 Appendix T2 Fixed Ladders

Fixed ladders are permanently attached to buildings or other structures. All fixed ladders must meet the following safety requirements:

· Permit a 30-inch clearance with a minimum 24-inch on the climbing side of the ladder, unless caged.

· Include at least a 7-inch clearance in back of the ladder to provide adequate toe space.

· Maintain side rails extending 3 1/2 feet. above landings.

· Allow a clear width of 15-inch on every side of the center line of the ladder, unless used with cages or wells.

· Fixed ladders longer than 24 feet must be protected by a cage guard or well.

· Rungs must be able to support a single concentrated load of at least 250 lbs.

· A landing platform shall be provided at least every 50 feet.

· The rungs of a ladder must:

o have a minimum diameter of 3/4 inch for metal ladders, or 1 1/8 inch for wood ladders

o be parallel, level and uniformly spaced

o not be more than 12 inches apart

o not be more than 16 inches long

· A metal ladder must be painted or otherwise treated to resist deterioration.

ISSUING AUTHORITY	APPENDIX AUTHOR	APPROVAL DATE	EFFECTIVE DATE	EXPIRATION DATE	REV.
ESH&Q Division	Ned Walker	06/01/01	06/01/01	06/01/04	0

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