
1910.23 - Ladders. | Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Ladder rungs, steps, and cleats are spaced not less than 10 inches (25 cm) and not more than 14 inches (36 cm) apart, as measured between the centerlines of the rungs, cleats, and steps, …
1926.1053 - Ladders. - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Rungs, cleats, and steps of portable ladders (except as provided below) and fixed ladders (including individual-rung/step ladders) shall be spaced not less than 10 inches (25 cm) apart, …
Fixed Ladder Design Standards - Archtoolbox
May 22, 2021 · Minimum Design Live Load: Ladders must be capable of supporting their maximum intended load. Rung Spacing: 10" minimum and 14" maximum spacing from …
How Far Must Ladder Rungs Be Spaced? (Expert’s Advice) - The Ladder …
Dec 22, 2024 · According to OSHA standards, rungs, cleats, and steps of portable ladders and fixed ladders should be spaced no less than 10 inches (25 cm) apart and no more than 14 …
Fixed Ladder Safety: Summarizing OSHA Requirements - EDIS
Rungs, Steps, and Cleats: Treads, Spacing, and Width for Fixed Ladders. For all ladders, the employer must ensure that rungs, steps, and cleats are parallel, level, and uniformly spaced. …
OSHA’s Updated Fixed Ladder Standards - Fall Protect
Oct 29, 2018 · Per OSHA 1910.23 (b) (4), ladder rungs, steps, and cleats must have a minimum clear width of 16 inches (measured before installation of ladder safety systems) for fixed …
eTool : Construction - Falls - Ladder Safety - Occupational Safety …
Ladder rungs, cleats, or steps must be parallel, level, and uniformly spaced when the ladder is in position for use. Rungs must be spaced between 10"-14" inches apart. For extension trestle …
OSHA Standard 1910.27 for Fixed Ladders - A-Mezz
All ladders, appurtenances, and fastenings shall be designed to meet the following load requirements: 1910.27 (a) (1) (i) The minimum design live load shall be a single concentrated …
AE569/AE569: Portable Ladder Safety: Summarizing OSHA …
OSHA Standard 1910.23 separates ladders into three types: portable ladders, fixed ladders, and mobile ladder stands and mobile ladder stand platforms. This publication includes a summary …
Understanding Ladder Step Spacing: OSHA Standards | Stair101
Sep 25, 2024 · In the United States, OSHA mandates that ladder steps (or rungs) be spaced between 10 and 14 inches apart, measured center to center. This standard ensures safe and …