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ENG ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
security, such as tying off or suitable stability device.
Do not use standing ladders for access to another
level. Do not stand on the top three steps/rungs of
a leaning ladder. Do not stand on the top two steps/
rungs of a standing ladder without a platform and
hand/knee rail. Do not stand on the top four steps/
rungs of a standing ladder with an extending ladder
at the top. Ladders should only be used for light
work of short duration. Use non-conductive ladders
for unavoidable live electrical work. Do not use the
ladder outside in adverse weather conditions, such
as strong wind. Take precautions against children
playing on the ladder. Secure doors (not fire exits)
and windows where possible in the work area.
Face the ladder when ascending and descending.
Keep a secure grip on the ladder when ascending
and descending. Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
Wear suitable footwear when climbing a ladder.
Avoid excessive side loadings e.g. drilling brick and
concrete. Do not spend long periods on a ladder
without regular breaks (tiredness is a risk). Leaning
ladders used for access to a higher level should be
extended at least 1 meter above the landing point.
Equipment carried while using the ladder should be
light and easy to handle. Avoid work that imposes a
sideways load on standing ladders, such as side-on
drilling through solid materials (e.g. brick or concrete).
Maintain a handhold whilst working from a ladder or
take additional safety precautions if you cannot.
REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE.
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by a
competent person and be in accordance producer's
instructions. Ladders should be stored in accordance
with the producer's instructions.
REASONS FOR ACCIDENTS.
The following list of hazards and examples of their
causes, which is not exhaustive, are common
reasons for accidents encountered when using
ladders and are the basis on which the information
in this standard has been developed:. LOSS OF
STABILITY. Incorrect positioning of the ladder (such
as incorrect angle for leaning ladder or not fully
opening a standing ladder). Slide outwards at the
bottom (such as bottom of the ladders sliding away
from the wall). Side slip, falling sideways and top flip
(such as overreaching or fragile top contact surface).
Condition of the ladder (such as missing anti-slip
feet). Stepping off an unsecured ladder at height.
Ground conditions (such as unstable soft ground,
sloping ground, slippery surfaces or contaminated
solid surfaces). Adverse weather conditions (such as
windy condotions). Collision with the ladder (such as
with vehicle or door). Incorrect choice of ladder (such
as too short, unsuitable task). FROM HANDLING.
Transferring the ladder to the work position.
Erecting and dismantling the ladder. Carrying items
up the ladder. SLIP TRIP AND FALL OF USER.
Inappropriate footwear. Contaminated rungs or
steps. Unsafe user practices (such as climbing 2
rungs at time, sliding down stiles). STRUCTURAL
FAILURE OF LADDER. Condition of the ladder
(such as damaged stiles, wear). Overloading the
ladder. ELECTRICAL HAZARDS. Unavoidable live
working (e. g. fault finding). Positioning ladders too
close to live electrical equipment (such as overhead
power lines). Ladders damaging electrical equipment
(such as covers or protective insulation). Incorrect
selection of type of ladder for electrical work.
PICTOGRAMS.
The square pictograms illustrate a positive action to
be followed and have a green border, and the round
pictograms illustrate a prohibited action and have a
red border. Read the instructions (1). Secure top/
bottom of ladder (2). Ladder extension above the
landing point (3). Maximum number of user on ladder
(4). Face ladder when ascending or descending (5).
Standing ladder safety rung (6). Maximum load (7).
Lubricate hinges (8). Inspect ladder feet (9). Ladder
extension above the landing point (10). Visual check
before use (11). Stabiliser mounting (12). Leaning
ladders safety rung (13). Maximum load (14). Ensure
opening restraint devices are engaged (15). Ensure
standing ladder is fully opened before use (16).
Correct erection angle (17). Operation of hinges
(18). Do not stand on the top tread (19). Only one
person per ascendable leg of the ladder/stepladder
(20). Ensure ground is free from contaminants (21).
Do not use the ladder as a bridge (22). Face ladder
when ascending or descending (23). Erect on a level
base (24). Do not step off the side of a ladder (25).
Face ladder when ascending or descending (26).
Ensure top of ladder is correctly positioned (27). Do
not over-reach (28). Beware of electrical hazards
when transporting ladder (29). Wear suitable
footwear when climbing the ladder (30). Ensure
ground is free from contaminants (31). Erect on a
firm base (32). Only one person per ascendable leg
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