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5
Safety Instructions
5.4
Repair, Maintenance & Storage
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Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by a
competent person and be in accordance with the
producer’s instructions.
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Ladders should be stored in accordance with the
producer’s instructions.
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Replacement spare parts are available to order
online at bossaccesstowers.com.
5.5
List Of Items To Be Inspected
For regular inspections, the following items shall be taken into account -
Check:
The stiles/legs (uprights) are not bent, bowed,
twisted, dented, cracked, corroded or rotten.
The stiles/legs around the fixing points for other
components are in good condition.
The fixings (usually rivets, screws or bolts) are not
missing, loose or corroded.
The rungs/steps are not missing, loose,
excessively worn, corroded or damaged.
The hinges between the front and rear sections are
not damaged, loose or corroded.
The locking stays horizontal, back rails and corner
braces are not missing, bent, loose, corroded or
damaged.
The rung hooks are not missing, damaged, loose
or corroded and engage properly on the rungs.
The guide brackets are not missing, damaged,
loose or corroded and engage properly on the
mating stile.
The ladder feet/end caps are not missing, loose,
excessively worn, corroded or damaged.
The entire ladder is free from contaminants (e.g.
dirt, mud, paint, oil or grease).
The locking catches (if fitted) are not damaged or
corroded and function correctly.
The platform (if fitted) has no missing parts or
fixings and is not damaged or corroded.
If any of the above checks cannot be fully satisfied, you should NOT use the
ladder.
5.6
Storage Checklist
The important considerations when storing a ladder (not in use) should include the
following:
Is the ladder stored away from areas where it’s
condition could deteriorate more rapidly e.g.
dampness, excessive heat, or exposed to the
elements?
Is the ladder stored in a position which helps it
remain straight e.g. hung by the stiles on proper
ladder brackets or laid on a flat clutter free
surface?
Is the ladder stored where it cannot be damaged
by vehicles, heavy objects, or contaminants?
Is the ladder stored where it cannot cause a trip
hazard or an obstruction?
Is the ladder stored securely where it cannot be
easily used for criminal purposes?
If the ladder is permanently positioned (e.g. on
scaffolding), is it secured against unauthorised
climbing (e.g. by children)?
