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Ladders are one-man tools that allow easy access to second floor windows and tall tree branches. Ladder safety is a concern every time you climb a ladder to new heights. Ladder braces are available to stabilize ladder movement during use. Several types of ladder braces are available to decrease injuries and increase safety while using a ladder. Read on to learn how to use a ladder brace. more »
Improperly placed ladders and falls from ladders are the cause of thousands of serious accidents every year. Make sure you use your ladders wisely. more »
Learn how to ladder dribble a basketball in this free practice video drills. more »
Learn the one two ladder drill in this free agility training video. more »
Learn how to build an above ground pool ladder. This ladder is for hard-rail above ground pools. Get a DIY satisfaction and customize the ladder for the height of your pool. This ladder is light weight and made from basic materials. more »
Building a step ladder can be relatively simple. Step ladders can be quite useful, especially if there is no support to lean a regular ladder against. Step ladders can support themselves by spreading their weight and balancing through a scissor movement. more »
Ladder golf is a lawn game. It is played by tossing "bolas," two golf balls attached to nylon rope, toward a ladder with three rungs. The toss line is 15 feet from the ladder. Points are scored for each bola that is hanging from the ladder at the end of a round. more »
Construction workers, as well as homeowners, can be injured or killed when using ladders. Whether using a ladder at home or at a job site, start with a sturdy ladder that meets safety codes. It's of the utmost importance to know basic ladder safety. more »
The term Jacob’s Ladder can refer to a multitude of things. For example, it is the name of a house plant; it is a particular type of electrical arc; and it is a biblical term that refers to Jacob’s vision of a stairway or ladder between Heaven and earth. Clearly, none of the above Jacob’s Ladders are made of rope. Mariners identify a Jacob’s Ladder as a rope ladder with inflexible rungs, and you can make a ladder that nearly fits this description entirely of rope. more »
Properly using an extension ladder to reach rooftops or high walls will keep you safe. Extension ladders stretch to heights beyond the reach of a stepladder. You can use extension ladders for heights over 50 feet to paint and repair walls, or to access the top of a roof. Unlike one-piece ladders, extension ladders retract to one-half or one-third of their length for easy carrying and transport. A van or pick-up truck can be outfitted with ladder racks that hold ladders over the roof. Exercise safety precautions to ensure worker safety whenever extension ladders are used. more »
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