JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS
Job/Operation Title: JSA No.:
Ladder Use
Department/Division/Section: Location(s):
All Departments All Locations
Person(s) Performing This Job: Supervisor:
All Employees Camp Manager /Head Cook/Baker/Maintenance
Task/Step Potential Hazards
1. Use of Ladders and 1. Ladders (portable, fixed)
Inspection of Ladders 2. Rolling or pinching
Before Use objects
3. Sharp objects
2. Use of Ladder(s) 1. Ladders (portable, fixed)
2. Elevated work platform
or stairs
3. Slippery surfaces (water,
ice, snow)
4. Rolling or pinching
objects
5. Sharp objects
6. Poor Housekeeping
7. Repetitive motion or
other ergonomic concerns
8. Airborne dust
Date:
024 05/24/2012
Job Start Date: Analysis Developed By:
Heather Becker HSE Manager
Duration: Analysis Reviewed By:
Heather Becker
Heather Becker – HSE Manager 12/4/2014
Recommended Safe Job Procedures
Inspect all ladders for structural defects prior to each use. Decals, weight restrictions, non
painted surfaces.
Use the correct type and size of ladder to safely work.
Maintain 3 points of contact when ascending and descending ladders. Insure area at bottom
of ladder is free of obstructions and tripping hazards.
Never carry tools in your hands while ascending or descending a ladder.
Utilize rope buckets to pull tools up to you or tool belts. Extension ladders will extend up to
36 inches above the landing that is being accessed and be tied off and secured to prevent
them from moving or falling.
A spotter must hold the ladder if the employee needs to climb the ladder to tie the ladder off.
When using an extension ladder, for every 4' of rise, the base must come out 1' (4 to 1 ratio)
If working from a ladder 6 ft. or higher, fall protection is required. Fall protection is not
required for climbing ladders less than 20 ft. in height.
Use the proper ladder for the job at all times.
The belt buckle may never extend past either rail on the side of the ladder.
Do not climb higher than the second tread from the top on a stepladder or the third rung
 Task/Step Potential Hazards Recommended Safe Job Procedures
from the top on a straight ladder.

Wood and Aluminum ladders are prohibited on all sites.

Before ascending or descending a ladder, wait until other workers have completely cleared
the ladder. Do not stand directly below a person who is climbing or descending a ladder to
avoid falling objects.

POTENTIAL PHYSICAL HAZARDS OF THIS JOB

Physical Hazards Prob. Sev. Consequences
Airborne dust 3 3 Awkward or static position
Elevated work platform or stairs 1 1 Caught in or between a stationary/moving object
Ladders (portable, fixed) 1 1 Electrocution or shock
Poor Housekeeping 3 2 Excessive lifting, twisting, pushing, pulling, reaching,
Repetitive motion or other ergonomic 2 1 or bending
concerns Falling ( < 6 feet), tripping, or slipping
Rolling or pinching objects 1 1 Falling ( > 6 feet )
Sharp objects 3 2 Overexertion
Slippery surfaces (water, ice, snow) 3 1 Penetration by sharp object

HAZARD CONTROL MEASURES USED FOR THIS JOB

Administrative Controls: Engineering Controls: Required PPE:
Competent person Fall protection structures or devices Clothing - long pants
Ergonomic procedure Falling objects protective structures or devices Clothing - long sleeve shirt
Housekeeping practices Work tools or equipment replacement (use less Fall protection
Inspections (ongoing) work areas, hazardous tools or work equipment) Gloves - work gloves
equipment, tools, etc. Hard hat
Inspections (pre-job) - work areas, Non-slip Shoes
equipment, tools, etc. Safety glasses
Notification and communication Side shield
procedures
Safety meeting (pre-job)
Safety meetings - on-going (e.g., daily
or weekly tailgate safety)
 HAZARD CONTROL MEASURES USED FOR THIS JOB
Trained personnel
Required Training: Required Permit(s): Other Information:
Ergonomics Ladders may vary from camp to camp. Please reference
General Safety manufacturer’s manual for any specific guidelines.
Ladders, stairways, and other working
surfaces
Orientation (site or job)
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Safety In Motion

Severity Probability
S-1 = High P-1 = High
S-2 = Medium P-2 = Medium
S-3 = Low P-3 = Low