Improve Safety and Compliance
Falls from ladders remain one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities, but they are also one of the most preventable risks when addressed with the right strategy, design, and training.
Part I
Part II
What You Need to Know
- The number of ladder-related injuries and violations recorded each year has led OSHA to prioritize improvements in ladder safety and compliance enforcement.
- OSHA’s 1910.28 and 1910.29 regulations have changed, regarding clearance and fall protection requirements.
- By November 18, 2036, all fixed ladders over 24 feet must be equipped with a ladder safety system or personal fall arrest system.
Resources
Free Webinars
“Fixed Ladders, Changing Rules: Navigating OSHA’s Ladder Fall Protection Requirements”
- Hosted by Occupational Health & Safety Magazine
- Presented by LJB’s Thom Kramer, PE, CSP
- Thursday, February 26 | 2:00 PM ET
“Ladder Safety Today: Compliance, Risk, and Real-World Solutions”
- Hosted by LJB
- Presented by LJB’s Thom Kramer, PE, CSP
- Thursday, March 5 | 2:00 PM ET
Technical Tools
Fixed Ladder Assessment Tool
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Take this assessment to answer key questions about the status of the fixed ladders in your work environment.
Fixed Ladder Fall Protection Whitepaper
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Fixed Ladder Fall Protection: A Comprehensive Guide
Technical Article
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Technical article on fixed ladder fall protection
Ladder Assessment Case Study
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Fixed ladder risk assessment case study
More Resources
Check out helpful information and resources from the Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) and National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
Ready to Tackle Fixed Ladder Compliance?
The OSHA deadline isn't until 2036, but if you have multiple ladders to assess and upgrade, early action is key. This step-by-step guide gives you a clear path to evaluate risk, plan improvements, and move toward compliance with confidence.
OSHA Fixed Ladder Fall Protection Update
Based on a submitted petition, OSHA is considering a change to fixed ladder fall protection rules. A Federal Register Notice was published in April 2026, and the deadline for comment is June 5, 2026. View the related information and submit comments, using the buttons below.
Key topics include:
- Reality of ladder lifecycle assumptions (20-year implementation period)
- True cost burden (vs. prior estimates)
- Actual safety effectiveness of cages vs. engineered systems
What LJB Offers
Turnkey Services
Structural Evaluations
Ladder Inspections
Sitewide Ladder and Walking-Working Surface Risk Assessments
System Installation
Ladder System and Engineering Control Design
Need an Expert?
The LJB Safety team is here to help you with ladder safety.