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REPAIR, MAINTENANCE
AND STORAGE
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by a competent person and be in accordance
with the producer’s instruction.
NOTE
A competent person is someone who has the skills to carry out repairs or
maintenance, e.g. by a training by the manufacturer.
For repair and replacement of parts, e.g. feet, if necessary contact the producer or distributor.
Ladder should be stored in accordance with the producer’s instructions.
Ladders made of or using thermoplastic, thermosetting plastic and reinforced plastic materials
should be stored out of direct sunlight.
The important considerations when storing a ladder (not in use) should include the
following:
- Is the ladder stored away from areas where its condition could deteriorate more rapidly (e.g.
dampness, excessive heat, or exposed to the elements)?
- 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, is it secured against unauthorized climbing (e.g. by
children)?
Take precautions against children playing on the ladder.
