How to Climb Down a Dangerous Ladder

A ladder is a structure you use to climb up or down. Ladders are made of various materials, and care should be taken when ascending or descending tall heights. Sometimes ladders can be light or unstable, which creates a potentially dangerous scenario in which you could get seriously injured. Head injury can occur even when falling short distances, and the complications can be permanent. Careful steps should be followed when climbing down a dangerous ladder.

Instructions

• 1

  Make sure the ladder hinges are fully locked and the ladder is placed on a hard, flat surface. If the ladder is standing upon a soft or wet surface, then there is an increased risk of slippage and resulting injury.

• 2

  Descend the ladder slowly by placing both hands on a rung at head or chest level and placing one foot on the center of a lower rung. This method will help to maintain a center of gravity for your body and will reduce the risk of falling or imbalance.

• 3

  Climb down the ladder one rung at a time. Take care not to miss a foothold or skip a rung because this will increase the chance of slippage and injury. Descend slowly so that you can maintain a proper grip.

• 4

  Stay on the center of the ladder as you descend. If you sway to either side, this can cause the ladder to tilt over and fall. Don't lean too far forward or backward because this will also disrupt your balance.