Ladders are a useful and necessary tool in the sign industry.
But, because ladders are so commonplace, safety precautions are often taken for granted. Every day, one person dies as the result of a ladder fall. Working on an elevation has inherent risks, but studies have proven that the vast majority of accidents involving ladders result from the failure to excercise care. Proper training, as well as routine inspections and maintenance, can substantially reduce the number of ladder-related injuries. It's not wholly applicable under every circumstance, and the appropriate regulations and statutes should be consulted.