National Ladder Safety Month is an annual event that takes place each March and is dedicated exclusively to promoting ladder safety at work and at home.

The annual event, in partnership with the American Ladder Institute (ALI), raises awareness of ladder safety and training resources.

According to the American Ladder Institute (ALI), there are more than 136,000 ladder-related emergency room visits per year.

However, ladder accidents are preventable, and Werner has created training and resources that can help build safer work environments.

National Ladder Safety Month increases awareness for the safe use of ladders through education, resources and training programs.

“Werner is deeply committed to providing solutions that keep our end-users safe and productive. In support of that commitment, we are partnering with the American Ladder Institute by continuing our sponsorship of Ladder Safety Month,” said Pat McAuliffe, Vice President of Engineering at WernerCo and ALI Board Member.

Every Tuesday throughout March, Werner will present safety-focused webinars with topics that include:

March 2 at 3:00-3:30 pm CT/4:00-4:30 pm ET: Choosing Your Ladder covers important considerations to make when choosing the right ladder, such as environment, height, and duty rating.

March 9 at 1:00-1:30 pm CT/2:00-2:30 pm ET: Safety Before the First Step (Inspection and Set Up) includes how to read important ladder labels and markings, the importance of and proper way to inspect a ladder before use, and how to set up a ladder.

March 16 at 1:00-1:30 pm CT/2:00-2:30 pm ET: Safety While Climbing encompasses the 'three points of contact' rule, how to carry tools while climbing, and factors that contribute to falls.

March 23 at 1:00-1:30 pm CT/2:00-2:30 pm ET: Safety at the Top reviews the 'three points of contact' rule, ways to use product storage and supplies while on a ladder, and factors that contribute to falls.

For more information about Ladder Safety month, visit https://www.laddersafetymonth.com/About/National-Ladder-Safety-Month.  

To buy Werner ladders or learn more about them, contact a local UTF showroom in Houston at 713-692-2323; in San Antonio at 210-495-8665; or College Station at 979-731-8665.