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avoid reaching or stretching
          the ladder is not too close or too far from the support structure. The ratio must be 4:1. For
  example, the distance between the ladder base and the supporting structure should be
  about one metre for every four metres of working ladder height
          the ladder is secured against displacement (i.e. slipping or sliding) and/or there is another
  person holding the base of the ladder
          the ladder is not placed so that the weight of the ladder and any person using the ladder is
  supported by the rungs
          all the locking devices on the ladder are secure
          materials or tools are not carried while climbing the ladder. Tools should be carried in a tool
  belt or side pouch
          only light duty work is undertaken while on the ladder, where three points of contact can be
  maintained and tools can be operated safely with one hand
          slip resistant base, rungs or steps are provided
          slip resistant shoes are worn
          metal or wire bound ladders are never used close to energised power lines; non-metallic
  ladders must be used instead
          ladders are not used:
       * in access areas or next to doors
       * on scaffolding or an elevating work platform to get extra height
       * next to power lines
       * in very wet or windy conditions
       * next to traffic areas unless the working area is barricaded.

7.2 Administrative control measures
An administrative control is a system of work or safe work method that minimises the risk of a fall when it is not possible to use a higher order control. An example of this is a requirement that sheet flooring be laid by pushing it out from the centre of the building structure, rather than from the edge.
Administrative control measures are often used to support other fall protection measures. Administrative control measures may also be used to limit the time workers are exposed to a fall hazard and/or the number of workers involved in the task.
Where it is not reasonably practicable to use a Level 1, 2, 3 or 4 control measure, the following details should be recorded in the SWMS:
    * a description of the administrative control used
    * a description of the task to which the administrative control relates.
It is wise to involve workers in the development of administrative controls. People who perform a task regularly often have a good understanding of the risks involved. However, administrative control measures should not be used simply because they are the cheapest option.

8.             SAFE WORK METHODS FOR COMMON TASKS

This section identifies common tasks in the construction of a typical one or two storey house and