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Ladder Pre-Use Inspection Checklist

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This ladder pre-use inspection checklist helps teams verify the condition and safety of step and extension ladders before use. Record job site details and ladder serial numbers, check rungs, rails, bolts, fasteners, feet and tread, and confirm moving parts operate smoothly. Inspect spreader bars, locks, pulleys, ropes and guides, note deficiencies, assign corrective actions with owners and due dates, add comments, and complete sign-off to keep workers safe.

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Portable Ladder and Step Ladder Inspection

This portable and step ladder inspection checklist helps verify ladder safety and compliance across sites. Create a ladder profile with photos of the unit and labels, record type, construction, length, and class, check feet, rungs, rails, locks, bolts, rope, and cleanliness, document defects, assign an overall rating, and add corrective recommendations.

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Use this Ladder Inspection Report to document pre use and periodic checks of step and extension ladders. Record ladder type, material, weight rating, tag status, asset reference, visual defects to rails, rungs, locks, feet, rope and pulleys, labels and general condition. Capture photos, note corrective actions, and verify compliance with EN 131 or OSHA requirements. Include inspector name, location, date, and signatures to standardize reporting and keep worksites safe.

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Ladder Inspection Form

Download a ladder inspection form to assess ladder condition before use and document compliance. Record ladder type, brand, material, size, location, and asset number. Inspect rungs, rails, labels, hardware, hinges, rope, pulleys, fasteners, spreaders, platform, cleanliness, and feet. Note defects, add comments, attach photos of the ladder and serial labels, and capture signatures with pass or fail results. Use this checklist to support safe work at heights and ongoing maintenance across sites.

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BARTUSH SIGNS Ladder Check

This ladder check template helps crews assess ladder condition and safety before use. Inspect rungs, side rails, rubber feet, spreader bars, labels, locking pins, and rope. Verify materials, sizes, and overall appearance for step, extension, and platform ladders. Identify cracks, splinters, bent treads, oil or grease, and other hazards, and confirm if the ladder is safe to climb. Ideal for construction and maintenance teams to support routine pre use and periodic inspections and improve compliance.

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Ladder Pre-Use Inspection Checklist

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