Overview Of The ANSI  ASC A14 Committee on Ladder Safety

The ANSI ASC A14 Committee is responsible for developing rules governing the safe design, construction, testing, selection, care and use of ladders of various common types including, but not limited to: fixed, job built, portable (extension, step, trestle, extension trestle, sectional, combination, single, platform, and ladder type step stools). It also includes labeling/marking requirements; which need not apply where training, supervision, or established safety procedures are in conflict with, or serve in lieu of, labeling/marking.

It does not include ladders for mines, the fire services, mobile equipment, work platforms, antenna communication towers, transmission towers, utility poles, and chimneys; and similar specialized applications.

The American Ladder Institute serves as the Administrative Secretariat of this committee.

Most Frequently Asked Questions About The ANSI ASC A14 Standards on Ladder Safety

Q. What standards on ladder safety are available?

A. There are several ASC A14 standards on ladder safety:

• ASC A14.1 - Wood Ladders (Revised 2007)
• ASC A14.2 - Portable Metal Ladders (Revised 2007)
• ASC A14.3 - Fixed Ladders (coming soon!)
• ASC A14.4 - Job Made Wooden Ladders (Revised 2002)
• ASC A14.5 - Portable Reinforced Plastic Ladders (Revised 2007)
• ASC A14.7 - Mobile Ladder Stands and Mobile Ladder Stand Platforms (Revised 2006)
• ASC A14.8 - Portable Ladder Accessories (coming soon!)
• ASC A14.9 - Ceiling Mounted Disappearing Climbing Systems (Revised 2004)
• ASC A14.10 - Portable Special Duty Ladders (Revised 2000)
• ASC A 14.11 - Utility Step-Stools (coming soon!)

Q. Can I purchase the ladder standards?

A. Yes, you can purchase the ladder standards by clicking on the highlighted line below and printing out the order form. Complete the form and fax it to ALI Headquarters at 312-673-6929.

Q. I have a question/need some interpretation on one of the standards. What should I do?

A. You can print out the ASC A14 Comment Form by clicking on the highlighted line below. Complete the form and fax in into ALI Headquarters at 312-673-6929.
ASC A14 Comment Form