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Do
not
use the ladder as a
bridge.
Some ladders are delivered
including one or more stabilizer
beams. Mount this/these
beam(s) before using the
ladder.
Ladder for
domestic use
Ladder for
professional use
- Never stand higher than on the fourth rung from the top of the ladder.
- Do not stand on the ladder for a long time without taking breaks regularly
(tiredness entails risks).
- Prevent transport damage, for example, by laying down the ladder properly.
- Only use a ladder that is suitable for the job.
- Do not use a ‘dirty’ ladder e.g., soiled by wet paint, mud, oil or snow.
- Do not use the ladder during bad weather, such as during high winds.
- A risk analysis according to the applicable legislation of the country in which the ladder
is used professionally must be carried out.
- During positioning the ladder, consider the risks of collusions e.g., by pedestrians,
vehicles or doors. If possible, secure windows and doors (except emergency exit doors)
in the work area.
- Use non-conductive ladders for unavoidable work on electricity.
- Do not modify the design of the ladder.
- Do not move the ladder with someone standing on it.
- Always place ladders on their feet and not on a rung.
- During work activities, always keep both feet on a rung of the ladder and always face
the ladder.
2. Straight ladder position
Always use the ladder with
rungs at the correct angle.
65-75°
Use the ladder with steps only
if the steps are horizontal.
Ladders used to access a higher
level, must protrude at least 1
metre above the landing point
and if needed, should be se-
cured.
min.
1 m
Use the ladder only in the
indicated direction (only
applicable if the design of the
ladder makes this necessary).
UP
Do not lean the ladder against
unsuitable surfaces.
- Never move a ladder starting at the top of the ladder.
- For accessing a higher level, use only a ladder (single, telescopic and cord-operated
ladders) that has safety measures installed (e.g., a safety step for accessing a roof,
securing the ladder to an object, etc.).
Do not stand on the upper
three rungs of a leaning
ladder.
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