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• All locking mechanisms for all
extended rungs/steps shall be
checked and be locked before use.
• Ladder should be stood on its feet, not the rungs
or steps.
• Leaning ladders with steps, shall be
used that the steps are in a horizontal
position.
• Secure ladder at the top and bottom wherever
possible. If not, station someone at the foot of the
ladder.
• Do not move a ladder while standing on it.
• Ladder shall never be repositioned from above.
USING THE LADDER
• Do not exceed the maximum total
load (load includes users, tools,
materials, etc.).
max.
150
kg
• Maximum number of users on the
ladder.
max. 1
• Do not wear unsuitable footwear
when climbing a ladder.
• Do not ascend or descend unless you
are facing the ladder.
• Keep a secure grip on the ladder
when ascending and descending.
Maintain 3 points of contact whilst
working from a ladder or take
additional safety precautions if you
cannot.
• Do not stand on the top three steps/
rungs of a leaning ladder.
1
2
3
• Do not stand on the last metre of a
telescopic ladder
1 m
• Do not overreach, user should keep
their belt buckle (navel) inside the
stiles and both feet on the same step/
rung throughout the task.
• Avoid work that imposes a sideways
load on ladders, such as side-on drilling
through solid materials.
• Do not carry equipment which is heavy
or difficult to handle whilst using a
ladder.
KG
• Equipment carried while using a ladder should be light
and easy to handle.
• Leaning ladders used for access to
a higher level shall be extended at
least 1m above the landing point and
secured if necessary.
• Use non-conductive ladders for unavoidable electrical
work.
• Secure doors (not fire exits) and windows where
possible in the work area.
• Do not use the ladder outside in adverse weather
conditions, such as strong wind.
• When outdoors, be cautious in windy conditions.
• Ladders should only be used for light work of a
short duration.
• Do not spend long periods on the ladder without
regular breaks (tiredness is a risk).
• Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
• Do not bring your hands/fingers in
rung area (area of shearing) when
bringing the ladder in to its possible
position of use.
• Take precautions against children playing on the
ladder.
Leaning Ladder Guide
