![]() Is it permissible to use a ladder on a scaffold? Position: If a ladder has been misused, and no risk assessment has been provided, the appropriate section of the regulation may be invoked as needed, and, in instances not covered by the regulation, could be covered by clause 25(2)(h) of the OHSA. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis considering factors such as, feasibility, length of task, risk assessment criteria and outcome. ![]() If a work platform can be provided (scaffold, elevated work platform), then it must take precedence over using a ladder. The updated “ladder guideline” reviewed by the Provincial Labour-Management Health and Safety Committee ( PLMHSC) provides reasonable guidance to this effect. Depending on the circumstances, the applicable provision could be in the regulation, or the employer general duty found in clause 25(2)(h) of the OHSA. Working from ladders is allowed in construction. Is working from ladders allowed on construction projects? Are there any limitations to working from ladders? Position: Employers must always follow manufacturer instructions when using rolling ladders. Rolling ladders may be used in lieu of step ladders but not as a work platform. Should rolling ladders comply with the ladders or working platforms requirements? Position: The regulation permits workers to stand or step on “step-stools” provided they are compliant with the applicable ladder sections and used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 213/91 clearly distinguishes ladders from platforms, each being assigned its own sections. A “step stool” (a type of step ladder) defined in the regulation is not a “platform” and therefore is not subject to sections 73 or 74 (Platforms, Runways and Ramps). The regulation for construction projects, O. Step stools, step-ups and hop-ups are they ladders or working platforms? Position: Two-Steps, step stools, step-ups and hop-ups – ladders or work platforms Issue: Pouring concrete at the uppermost floor, in buildings where limited space is available for access/egress.Tunnelling situations – see Part IV of the regulation.A case-by-case assessment would need to be made and a rationale must be provided for deviating from the general rule: distance to an emergency exit may not be practicable. 17 and 71 and clause 25(2)(h) of the OHSA, which requires an employer to “take every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of a worker.”Įxceptions: Considerations need to be made for the following situations where the 150 ft max. It is to be noted that the NFPA 101 extends the criteria for “adequate means of egress” for emergency to buildings under construction. Furthermore, a general rule is that the maximum travel distance to at least one exit shall not exceed 150 ft in buildings not sprinkled or 200 feet in buildings protected throughout by an approved supervised sprinkler system. This guidance is based on NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, Edition 2012 Standard Guidance, articles 4.6.10.2 and 7.4.1.1, according to which the “adequate means of egress” involves providing at least two exits and making sure that the travel distance between exits does not exceed 200 feet. The ministry’s position is that adequate egress requires two exits (a stairwell in high-rise is considered an exit) with no more than 200 ft between exits. ![]() What constitutes an adequate egress for emergency is one exit enough? Position: Also, the IHSA publication related to this topic provides guidance to stakeholders on how to achieve compliance. The ministry’s compliance guidance includes a safety checklist for the adequate design, installation, and maintenance of temporary stairs. Ontario Regulation 213/91 (sections 70 and 76-77) addresses this issue. How to assess the suitability and safety of temporary basement stairs? Position: Access to and egress from a work area Installing temporary stairs into basement Issue: Program positions herein discussed relate to sections 70 to 86, 125 to 149 and 153 of O. Health and safety inspectors apply and enforce these laws based on the facts they find in the workplace. This resource does not replace the Occupational Health and Safety Act ( OHSA) and its regulations and should not be used as or considered legal advice. It does not represent the exhaustive measures and procedures required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act ( OHSA) and its regulations related to access and egress from a work area, including access at heights requirements using tools and equipment. This section includes information about possible means to achieve compliance for the listed situations. ![]()
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