Site Access Equipment Inspection Record - Form (1)
Contractors Knowledge Base
Step Ladders
| Yes/No | Date | Action | Initials | |
| Damaged treads | ||||
| Worn treads | ||||
| Frayed ropes | ||||
| Missing ropes | ||||
| Cracks | ||||
| Splits | ||||
| Repairs | ||||
| Paint obscuring damage |
Note
Step ladders can be used as access equipment or as a working platform for work of short duration, but the top step should never be used to stand on.
Extension Ladders
| Yes/No | Date | Action | Initials | |
| Damaged rungs | ||||
| Damaged stiles | ||||
| Worn rungs | ||||
| Worn stiles | ||||
| Missing rungs | ||||
| Missing tie rods | ||||
| Cracks or splits | ||||
| Repairs | ||||
| Paint obscuring faults | ||||
| Signs of twisting | ||||
| Signs of drying out |
Note
Extension ladders should be seen primarily as access equipment and not working platforms, always follow the ladder safety rules.