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5.2
Positioning & Erecting The Ladder
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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.
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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.
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Do not erect ladder on contaminated
ground. Ladders shall not be
positioned on slippery surfaces
(such as ice, shiny surfaces or
significantly contaminated solid
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surfaces) unless additional effective measures are
taken to prevent the ladder slipping or ensuring
contaminated surfaces are sufficiently clean.
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Do not use the ladder on an unlevel
or unfirm base.
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Ladder shall be on an even, level and unmovable
base.
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Standing ladders shall not be used
as a leaning ladder unless it is
designed to do so.
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Ladder shall be erected at the correct position with
the rungs or treads level and complete opening of a
standing ladder.
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Open the ladder fully before use.
max.
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Locking devices, if fitted, shall be fully secured
before use.
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Use the ladder with restraint
devices engaged only.
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Ladder shall be stood on its feet, not the rungs or
steps.
5.3
Using The Ladder
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Safety Instructions
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Do not exceed the maximum total
load (load includes user, tools,
materials, etc.).
max.
150
kg
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Maximum number of users on the
ladder.
max. 1
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Do not wear unsuitable footwear
when climbing a ladder.
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Do not ascend or descend unless
you are facing the ladder.
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Do not use the ladder until the
stabiliser bar has firstly been fully
attached and secured to the ladder.
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Ladder suitable for
Professional Use
