Standard Ladder Step Height
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Standard ladder step height. In other words a person should be able to take one step forward with their usual gait and end up with their foot on the next step without straining or stretching. A person s maximum safe reaching height is approximately 4 higher than the height of the ladder. Each self supporting portable ladder. 7 2 where lateral body movement is necessary from the top or bottom step of a ladder to the next stepping surface the distance between the rung and the nearest edge of the bearing surface shall be within a spherical radius r of 300 mm max.
Ideally a step should be the right height and length so each step matches an average person s stride. 1926 1053 a 3 i iii rungs cleats and steps must be spaced between 10 inches 25cm and 14 inches 36cm apart measured from the center lines. Step ladder height chart. Application the employer must ensure that each ladder used meets the requirements of this section.
At least four times the maximum intended load except that each extra heavy duty type 1a metal or plastic ladder shall sustain at least 3 3 times the maximum intended load. When it comes to determining the height of a step ladder required the ladder height along with maximum reach is taken into account along with the highest standing level. A person standing higher may lose their balance and fall. Final product will be assembled into sub assemblies to suit transportation requirements and reduce install time.
Load capacity type ia duty rating comparable to 12 ft. Trending werner 16 ft. Reach fiberglass podium ladder with 300 lb.