Take note of all of the hazards posed by electrical equipment, e.g. overhead power
22.
lines or other exposed electrical equipment, within the work area.
Do not use conductive ladders for work on live equipment or near overhead power
23.
lines (e.g. aluminium ladders).
24.
Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
25.
Do not make any structural changes to the ladder.
26.
Never move the ladder into a different position while standing on it!
27.
Do not use the ladder outdoors in high winds.
28.
If a ladder comes with stabilisers, they must be fitted by the user before first use.
29.
Do not position from above
30.
Perform a visual inspection
31.
Perform a visual inspection
32.
33.
6.2. Using the ladder as a leaning ladder
The ladder has to be set up in the correct position, e.g. at the correct angle for lea-
1.
ning ladders (at an angle of 65 to 75 degrees) and ensuring that the rungs or steps
are horizontal.
65-75°
Leaning ladders with steps must be set up in such a way that the steps are hori-
2.
zontal.
min.
1 m
3.
Take note of the minimum projection beyond the ladder's contact point
Domestic ladders
Professional ladders