My version of the Sad Safety Reminder

[Pete Masterson]

FWIW, I use a "Little Giant" ladder (actually a clone from Walmart for 1/4 the price) -- it has a wide base, and firmly locks in the open position. While I don't doubt that it would be possible to knock it out from under myself -- it's one of the most stable free standing ladders I've ever used. 

I've reached an age where a tumble could do some serious damage -- but I've fortunately managed to never break any bones. Some 35 years ago, I did manage to stab myself in the nose while cutting a wire for a low voltage light system I was installing for my mother... fortunately, it only took two stitches along with a serious chunk of my pride.

Pete Masterson

'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42

El Sobrante CA

"aeonix1@mac.com"

On Jun 11, 2008, at 6:11 PM, Leroy Eckert wrote:

Old people are not supposed to be running up a ladder, but I do also. When I do it I attach the upper part of the ladder with a bungee cord to the base of an awning or the awning hook. Can't do that everywhere, but it reduces the risk some.
Hope the recovery is rapid and glad to here is was not worse.
Leroy Eckert
1990 WB-40 Royale
Dahlonega, GA
Smoke N Mirrors

Don Bradner <"bluethunder@arcatapet.com"> wrote:

We call it payback. 6 years ago she tumbled down the steps of our SOB and snapped her right arm just below the shoulder ball. I suspect her single piece of hardware outweighs mine by quite a bit!