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If the multi-purpose ladder can be adjusted for use on stairs, the ladder and manu-
2.
facturer's specifications on setting up the ladder must be observed!
Spreader braces and locking devices, where fitted, must always be fully locked
3.
before use.
Never stand on the the top 4 steps/rungs of a stepladder that has been extended
4.
with an extension ladder section.
Never use any of the steps/rungs above the hinge joint on a stepladder that has
5.
been extended with an extension ladder section.
7. Maintenance/Servicing: The maintenance and servicing work performed on the ladder is intended
to make sure that the ladder is working properly. The ladder must be regularly checked for damage.
Make sure all of the ladder's moving parts are in proper working order. All moving parts must be regu-
larly lubricated. Any repairs to the ladder must be performed by a qualified person and in correspon-
dence with the manufacturer's instructions. Always clean the ladder and the moving parts in particu-
lar immediately after use if the ladder becomes dirty. Only use conventional, water-soluble cleaning
agents. Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents. If the ladder is being used commercially,
it must be regularly inspected by an authorised person to make sure that it is in proper working order
(visual inspection and performance test). In this case, it is essential to draw up an inspection sche-
dule that defines the type, scope and intervals at which the requisite inspections are performed. The
intervals between these inspections have to be determined in accordance with the relevant operating
conditions, in particular the relevant frequency of use, loads applied to the ladder during use
and the frequency and severity of any defects identified during previous inspections. The owner
is also responsible for removing defective ladders from use and storing them in such a way as
to prevent their use until they have been properly repaired or disposed of.
Ladder component(s): Inspection point:
1. General inspection
points:
2. Side rails/rungs or
steps/safety rail:
3. Connecting ele-
ments, guides,
fittings
4. Feet Stabilizer
5. Spreader brace
6. Ladder labels / User
manual
RESULT
All connecting elements (rivets, screws, bolts etc.) have to be in
place. Are any of the connecting elements loose or corroded? Is
there any dirt (e.g. soil, mud, paint, oil or grease) on the ladder?
None of the rungs / steps must be missing. Are the side rails, rungs
or safety rails bent, twisted, dented, cracked or corroded? Are the
rungs or steps worn, loose, corroded or damaged? Is the platform
(if available) or are any of the platform components/fastening ele-
ments corroded or missing?
Check ladder guides, locking devices and safety equipment for
proper function, tightness, damage and corrosion. Are the locking
devices or safety equipment damaged, loose or corroded or com-
pletely missing?
Check feet and stabiliser brace for proper function, tightness,
damage and corrosion. None of the ladder feet / end caps must be
missing. Are the ladder feet loose, worn or corroded?
Check the condition of straps, chains, joints and reinforcements.
Are all of the attachment points in a good condition? Is there any
damage, cracks or corrosion?
Are all of the ladder labels and the user and operating guide avai-
lable and easily legible?
The ladder is in good working order and is fit for use.
The ladder must only be used after having been repaired.
The ladder is broken and must be disposed of.
yes/no
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