OSHA - Ladder rungs
OSHA - Ladder rungs
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What is OSHA requirement on ladder rungs? Do they have to be knarled or smooth bar? Can I use A706 Grade 60 for ladder rungs? How do I specify if the bar needs to be smooth or knarled?
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RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs
www.osha.gov/Publications/osha3124.pdf
In addition look at 29 CFR 1910.21 through 1910.30 found here http://www
and 29CFR1926.1050 subsection X and its' appendix found here http://www
RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs
RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs
RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs
Use of smooth bars, I know of no regulation prohibiting this.
1910.27(b)(1)(iv)
Rungs, cleats, and steps shall be free of splinters, sharp edges, burrs, or projections which may be a hazard.
RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs
You'd have to check with the particular rebar as to weldability. I believe some of it is a low-alloy formulation intended for bending, and more weldable.
One drawback is that rebar is not necesarily "slip resistant". At least it's not intended for that application.
You can buy non-skid ladder rungs from McNichols, maybe Klemp. I think there are two or three styles available. Unfortunately, any ladder rung that is truly skid-resistant is inherently difficult to keep painted, so they are not ideal solutions. You can also buy skid-resistant tape products, and skid-resistant paint products (basically sand thrown on wet paint).
RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs
RE: OSHA - Ladder rungs