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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
• Make sure that you are capable of using
the stool. Some medical conditions and
certain medicines, alcohol or drugs may
make it unsafe to use the stool.
• When the stool is transported it must be
placed in a suitable location to prevent
damage.
• Inspect the stool visually for damage
and check that it is safe to use.
• The stool must be inspected regularly
when used professionally. Ensure that
the stool is suitable for the task.
• Do not use the stool if it is damaged.
• Remove dirt, e.g. wet paint, clay, oil or
snow, from the stool.
• A risk assessment must be made in
accordance with applicable regulations
in the country of use, prior to the stool
being used at work.
USE
• The stool must be placed on a firm, level
and immovable foundation.
• When the stool is positioned,
consideration must be taken to the risk of
collisions with the stool, e.g. with
pedestrians, vehicles or doors. Lock doors
(not emergency exits) and windows, in
the work area, where possible.
• The stool must be placed on its feet, not
upside down.
• The stool must not be placed on slippery
surfaces (for example, ice, shiny surfaces
or heavily soiled fixed surfaces) unless
further actions are taken to prevent it
from sliding.
• Do not exceed the maximum load of the
stool.
• Do not overreach.
• Do not get down from the stool on a
higher level without additional safety
measures.
• Do not stack stools to gain extra height.
• The stool must only be used for easy work
during a short period.
• Use stools that do not conduct electricity
when performing work where it is not
possible to switch off the power.
• Do not use stool outdoors during bad
weather, for example, heavy winds.
• Take precautions to prevent children
playing on the stool.
• Concentrate on what you are doing when
climbing up and down from the stool.
• Keep you balance when climbing up and
down from the stool.
• Wear suitable footwear when standing on
the stool.
• Avoid excessive side loads, for example,
drilling in brick and concrete.
• Do not spend long periods on the stool
without regular breaks (tiredness is a risk
factor).
• Steady yourself with one hand while
working from the stool or take additional
safety precautions if this is not possible.