Michigan Administrative Code
Department - Labor and Economic Opportunity
MIOSHA
General Industry and Construction Safety and Occupational Health Standards
Construction Safety and Health Standard
Part 11 - FIXED AND PORTABLE LADDERS
Section R. 408.41126 - Use of stepladders

(1) An employee shall not use the backside of a stepladder for climbing, unless the stepladder is designed for such use.

(2) Unless the stepladder is equipped with a handrail, the top step and cap shall not be used to stand on.

(3) A stepladder shall not be used as a straight ladder by leaning it against a wall or other support.

(4) A metal spreader or locking device shall be provided on each stepladder to hold the front and back sections in an open position when the ladder is being used. The ladder shall be opened fully and the spreaders shall be locked while in use.