Do not lean the telescopic ladder against an unstable surface.
Always lean the telescopic ladder against a level and solid surface to ensure the
stability of the telescopic ladder.
Take additional safety measures, if necessary
Do not over-reach. Do not lean off ladder. Move the ladder to working area.
Keep proper balance. When on ladder, keep 3-points of contact with the ladder at
all times.
Objects, work equipment, etc., which must be transported while climbing up the
telescopic ladder, should not be heavy and easy to handle.
Avoid excessive lateral loads, such as carrying up heavy loads or drilling sideways
in solid materials.
Do not step off the side of the ladder.
Keep hands and feet on the ladder.
Always hold tight and ensure safe footing when climbing up or down the
telescopic ladder. Watch the telescopic ladder when climbing up or down. Never
climb up or down with the back against the telescopic ladder.
Determine all hazards from electric equipment in the proximity of the work area,
e.g. cables or other accessible electric equipment.
Do not use conducting telescopic ladders for unavoidable electric jobs.
Do not put up the telescopic ladder in the immediate vicinity of live electric
equipment (e.g. high-voltage overhead power lines).
Erect ladder on a firm & level base.
Do not install ladder on uneven or unsafe surfaces.
Do not install ladder on soft or uneven ground.
Do not install ladder on inclined surfaces.
The ladder must not lean sideways or have no load on one foot.
The ladder must not be used in a horizontal position, such as resting on a step or
saw horse, etc.
Ensure ground is free from contaminants.
Do not install ladder on dirty, oily or watery surface.
Do not use ladder during inclement weather conditions (e.g. rain, snow, strong
wind…).
Remove dirt on the telescopic ladder, such as wet paint, oil or snow before use.
Do not use the telescopic ladder on slippery ground, such as ice, wet floor, shiny or
dirty surfaces, soft or sloping ground, etc.
Always take additional safety measures to prevent slipping and to ensure stability.
Avoid using the telescopic ladder in the rain, because dirt and water in the tubing
of the ladder stringers can lead to malfunctions.
Do not use the telescopic ladder in bad weather, e.g. strong wind. Place the
telescopic ladder on a stable, level and immovable surface.
Use ladder the correct way up.
Do not open, close or use the ladder upside down.
