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When it comes to working with ladders, safety is paramount. Whether you're a professional or a DIYer, it’s easy to make simple mistakes that can lead to dangerous situations. Here, we outline some of the most common ladder mistakes and provide tips on how to avoid them for safer and more efficient use. 1. Choosing the Wrong Ladder for the Job One of the most frequent mistakes people make is using a ladder that’s either too short, too tall, or unsuitable for the task at hand. Each typ …

Have you ever stood on a deck 5 or 6 stories above the ground and wondered, "Who invented scaffolding?". No? So It's Just me?  Scaffolding has been around for a very long time. Where and when did it start being used, and how did it reach the scaffolding we see today? Ancient History There is evidence of a primitive form of scaffolding in ancient caves in France. Holes in the walls at different intervals show where they used a primitive form of frame to reach higher parts of the cave to inst …