7. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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FIG.10
FIG.11
7.5 USING THE LADDER - FIGS. 2 - 3
a) Do not exceed the maximum total load for the type
of ladder;
b) Do not overreach; user should keep their belt
buckle (navel) inside the stiles and both feet on the
same step/rung throughout the task;
c) Do not step off a leaning ladder at a higher level
without additional security, such as tying off or use
of a suitable stability device;
d) Do not use standing ladders for access to another
level;
e) Do not stand on the top three steps/rungs of a
leaning ladder;
f) Do not stand on the top two steps/rungs of a
standing ladder without a platform and hand/knee
rail;
g) Do not stand on the top four steps/rungs of a
standing ladder with an extending ladder at the
top;
h) Ladders should only be used for light work or short
duration;
i) Use non-conductive ladders for unavoidable live
electrical work;
j) Do not use the ladder outside in adverse weather
conditions, such as strong wind;
k) Take precautions against children playing on the
ladder;
l) Secure doors (not fire exits) and windows where
possible in the work area;
m) Face the lader when ascending and descending;
n) Keep a secure grip on the ladder when ascending
and descending;
o) Do not use the ladder as a bridge;
p) Wear suitable footwear when climbing a ladder;
q) Avoid excessive side loadings e.g. drilling brick and
concrete;
r) Do not spend long periods on a ladder without
regular breaks (tiredness is a risk);
FIG.12
FIG.13
FIG.2
CORRECT - USER MAINTAINING
THREE POINTS OF CONTACT
(MEANS OF SECURING
OMITTED FOR CLARITY)
FIG.3
INCORRECT- OVERREACHING
AND NOT MAINTAINING
THREE POINTS OF CONTACT
(MEANS OF SECURING
OMITTED FOR CLARITY)
s) Leaning ladders used for access to a higher level should be extended at least 1m above
the landing point;
t) Equipment carried while using a ladder should be light and easy to handle;
u) Avoid work that imposes a sideways load on standing ladders, such as side-on drilling
through solid materials (e.g. brick and concrete);
v) Maintain a handhold whilst working from a ladder or take additional safety precautions
if you cannot.
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