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- 1 How far above the landing point should the ladder extend?
- 2 How many feet minimum should a ladder extend above a support point?
- 3 How far can an extension ladder be extended?
- 4 How far should a straight or extension ladder extend above a roofline?
- 5 How long is a 20 foot extension ladder when not extended?
- 6 How do you measure an extension ladder?
How far above the landing point should the ladder extend?
3 feet
Describes the OSHA rules for use of a portable ladder to access an upper landing surface – the side rails must extend at least 3 feet above the landing surface.
How many feet minimum should a ladder extend above a support point?
Ladder Height Regulations An extension or straight ladder must be long enough to extend at least 3 feet above the point of support.
How far can an extension ladder be extended?
Extension ladders range in length from 16 feet up to and exceeding 40 feet. All non-self supported ladders should extend a minimum distance of 3 feet past the edge they rest against but not more than 4 feet.
How far can I extend an extension ladder?
How far does a 20 foot extension ladder extend?
Extension Ladder Chart
| Extension Ladder Height | Maximum Reach of Extension Ladder | Distance of Base Placement from Wall |
|---|---|---|
| 20 foot | 19 feet | 5 feet |
| 24 foot | 23 feet | 6 feet |
| 28 foot | 27 feet | 7 feet |
| 32 foot | 31 feet | 8 feet |
How far should a straight or extension ladder extend above a roofline?
When you’re working with an extension ladder for roofing, you need it to extend at least three feet above the roof line. This is much more than most people will realize, but a full three feet or 36 inches is necessary for a safe ladder set up.
How long is a 20 foot extension ladder when not extended?
Extension Ladder Chart
| Extension Ladder Height | Maximum Reach of Extension Ladder | Distance of Base Placement from Wall |
|---|---|---|
| 16 foot | 15 feet | 4 feet |
| 20 foot | 19 feet | 5 feet |
| 24 foot | 23 feet | 6 feet |
| 28 foot | 27 feet | 7 feet |
How do you measure an extension ladder?
The Length of the Sections One way that extension ladders can be measured is by working out the length of the individual sections. If the ladder features three sections that are 4 metres in length, then the actual length of the ladder (end to end) would be 12 metres.
How far does a 16 foot extension ladder reach?