Why should you never overreach when working from a ladder or stepladder?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Your weight moves outside the stiles and it can topple
- Step 1: Keeping your belt buckle inside the stiles keeps your weight over the base. Step 2. Move the ladder instead of stretching. Answer: Your weight moves outside the stiles and it can topple. Why not the others: Tired arms, magnetised tools or marks on walls are not the danger.
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