PRELIMINARY
Safety Instructions
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Do not overload the ladder.
The following types of ladders must be guyed or otherwise secured
•
Leaning ladder longer than 5m.
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Free-standing ladder with a platform and knee-support, and with
over 2 meters height to the platform.
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Any other free-standing ladder longer than 3m.
Positioning the ladder
02_0354A
Figure 7
Checking the angle
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The ladder’s inclination should be approximately 1:4 (75
).
Position the ladder according to its gradation indicator (if there is
one) or check the angle with your elbow.
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Use the ladder foot or a ladder support to reduce the risk of
tipping over sideways.
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Always attach extension legs to a ladder that is to be used on a
sloping base. Never prop up a ladder with boxes, stones or the
like.
•
Extend the ladder completely.
•
Check that all four anti-slipping treads are firmly positioned on
the base.
LZN 302 14
P3A-1
1999-11-10
15 (158)
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