Posted by tech4 on October 10, 2009, 16:38:17, in reply to "old extension ladder............"
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I have some old wooden ladders that I consider safe. Check it out on the ground as described Here is a suggestion from another site on how to test the old wooden ladder.
Step 1 Lay the ladder flat on the ground on an even outdoor surface like a lawn or driveway.
Step 2 Stand and balance directly on top of one of the rungs at either end of the ladder. Stand in place with both feet for at least three full seconds.
Step 3 Step to the next rung and, again, stand and balance in place with both feet for at least three seconds. As you move from rung to rung, particularly when you first put your foot down, listen carefully for sounds of creaking or cracking.
Step 4 Continue walking along the ladder until you have tested each rung by standing in place. If you hear or feel cracking or if any rung breaks completely under your weight, the ladder is not safe to climb. Repair the ladder before using it or simply dispose of it.
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