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Symbol
17
Ensure the ladder
is suitable for the
task.
18
Do not use the lad-
der if contaminated,
e.g. with wet paint,
mud, oil or snow.
19
Do not use the
ladder outside in
adverse weather
conditions, such as
strong wind.
20
For professional
use a risk assess-
ment shall be
carried out respect-
ing the legislation in
the country of use.
21
When positioning
the ladder take
into account risk of
collision with the
ladder e.g. from pe
-
destrians, vehicles
or doors. Secure
doors (not fire exits)
and windows where
possible in the work
area.
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Symbol
22
Identify any electri-
cal risks in the work
area, such as over
-
head lines or other
exposed electrical
equipment and do
not use the ladder
where electrical
risks occur.
23
Use non-conduc-
tive ladders for
unavoidable live
electrical work
24
Do not use ladders
as a bridge
25
Do not modify the
ladder design.
26
Do not move a lad
-
der while standing
on it.
27
For outdoor use
caution to the wind.
28
Stabilizer bars must
be attached to the
ladder prior to first
use.