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Maximum number of
users
8
Identify any electrical
risks in the work area,
such as overhead
lines or other exposed
electrical equipment
and do not use the
ladder where electrical
risks occur.
9
Do not use ladders as
a bridge
10 Stabilizer bars must
be attached to the lad-
der prior to first use.
11 Do not erect ladders
on contaminated
ground
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12 Do not ascend or de-
scend unless you are
facing the ladder.
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13 Do not carry equip-
ment which is heavy
or difficult to handle
while using a ladder.
14 Do not wear unsuit-
able footwear when
climbing a ladder.
15 Do not use the ladder
if contaminated, e.g.
with wet paint, mud, oil
or snow.
16 Do not move a ladder
while standing on it.
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17 Do not use the ladder
if you are not fit
enough. Certain medi-
cal conditions or medi-
cation, alcohol or drug
abuse could make
ladder use unsafe.
18 Prevent damage of the
ladder when transport-
ing e.g. by fastening
and, ensure they are
suitably placed to
prevent damage.
19 Ensure the ladder is
suitable for the task.
20 Do not use the ladder
outside in adverse
weather conditions,
such as strong wind.
21 For professional use a
risk assessment shall
be carried out respect-
ing the legislation in
the country of use.
22 When positioning the
ladder take into ac-
count risk of collision
with the ladder e.g.
from pedestrians, vehi-
cles or doors. Secure
doors (not fire exits)
and windows where
possible in the work
area.
23 Use non-conductive
ladders for unavoida-
ble live electrical work
24 Do not modify the
ladder design.
25 For outdoor use cau-
tion to the wind.
