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MtnArch said:
Loved the "ICE Approved" ladder they used!
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Escaleraphobia is a serious condition affecting over 90% of building inspectors in the united states. It is an irrational, debilitating fear of rickety, old ladders that carpenters and other tradesmen scramble up countless times daily, carrying materials and tools (and food blisters) far exceeding the design load by a factor of four. Can also apply to step ladders that are too short, or extension ladders that do not go 3 feet beyond the eave of the roof line.

Common symptoms can be visible shaking, anger, refusal to inspect the work, excessive corrections, and heavy drinking followed by lack of sexual interest. Even with members of the opposite sex, though that is rare.

Verbal abuse may follow upon sight of the ladder, often accompanied by exhortations of authority, and general haughty attitude.

The remedy is to buy the most expensive, class 1A rated Louisville 32 foot extension ladder to be used exclusively by the inspector, kept free from dirt, debris, paint and stucco, and stored out of sunlight and cleaned regularly.

The condition is serious and not to be taken lightly.

Brent.
 
And then wouldn't you know, that 32' beauty is laying on the ground....and the lady that lives there can't stand it up.

How many of you guys have come across a 32' ladder on a single story. There's more ladder above the eave than below it.



 
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MASSDRIVER said:
Ice, try not to get too emotional...
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Nowhere did I hear the words, "OSHA approved". I don't think I would like to turn my back to the ladder. I don't like that with fixed ladders. Theres just something about stepping on from the side that I prefer.
 
ICE said:
Nowhere did I hear the words, "OSHA approved".
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One of my favorite set-ups, thanks

OSHA doesn't "approve" anything. They have regulations, and some things "comply" with those regulations. But you won't find them "approving" any one product.

But I'm just bustin' your chops.
 
ICE said:
Nowhere did I hear the words, "OSHA approved". I don't think I would like to turn my back to the ladder. I don't like that with fixed ladders. Theres just something about stepping on from the side that I prefer.
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I agree. But I wish the dude good luck. It's a good idea, just not for me. My truck is packed with too much sh1t as it is.

Brent
 
Around here inspectors are not getting up on roofs or ladders anymore, even 10 years ago I got a long step ladder from my electrician for final so the inspector could check a smoke detector about 16' up, he said: "No thanks, for insurance reasons I can't get up on a ladder". I wonder what they are doing for these solar panels? I guess most of them don't get permits anyway.

Maybe get rid of inspectors and inspect with drones?
 
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"Maybe get rid of inspectors and inspect with drones?"
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Technically, ...by default, the drones would then become the Inspectors......Me thinksthat you're suggesting to remove the human element in this equation.

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I won't do the inspector's work for him.

Not unless he wants to stick around and help scrap the trash or something.

The agency needs to procure the proper insurance if that's an issue.

Brent.
 
mjesse said:
One of my favorite set-ups, thanksOSHA doesn't "approve" anything. They have regulations, and some things "comply" with those regulations. But you won't find them "approving" any one product.

But I'm just bustin' your chops.
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Okay then, OSHA doesn't approve but rather, disapproves.....with large fines.
 
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