6
Maximum number of users.
Do not ascend or descend unless
you are facing the ladder.
Keep a secure grip on the ladder
when ascending and descending.
Maintain a handhold whilst working
from a ladder or take additional safety
precautions if you cannot.
Avoid work that imposes a sideways
load on ladders, such as side-on
drilling through solid materails.
Do not carry equipment which is
heavy or difficult to handle while us-
ing a ladder.
Do not wear unsuitable footwear
when climbing a ladder.
Maximum total load.
Do not use the ladder on a unlevel
or unfirm base.
Do not overreach.
Do not erect the ladder on
contaminated ground.
5. Safety instructions
Do not use the ladder if you are
not fit enough. Certain medical
conditions or medication, alcohol
or drug abuse could make ladder
use unsafe.
Do not spend long periods on a ladder without
regular breaks (tiredness is a risk).
Prevent damage of the ladder when transporting
e.g. by fastening and ensure they are suitably
placed to prevent damage.
Ensure the ladder is suitable for the task.
Do not use the ladder if contaminated,
e.g. with wet paint, mud, oil or snow.
Do not use the ladder outside in adverse
weather conditions, such as strong wind.
For professional use a risk assessment shall be
carried out respecting the legislation in the country
of use.
When positioning the ladder take into account risk
of collision with the ladder e.g. from pedestrians,
vehicles or doors.
Secure doors (not fire exits) and windows where
possible in the work area.
Warning, electricity hazard.
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.