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Equipment carried while using a ladder should be light and easy to handle.
Face the ladder and keep a secure grip when ascending and descending.
Do not slide down the stiles of the ladder.
Climb and descend with deliberate movements.
Always maintain 3 points of contact with the ladder e.g. two feet on the same rung and a hand on
the stiles.
Use additional safety equipment if this is not possible.
Maintain a handhold whilst working from a ladder or take additional safety precautions if you
cannot.
Do not overreach; always keep your belt buckle (navel) inside the stiles and both feet on the same
step/rung throughout the task.
Avoid work that imposes a sideways load on standing ladders, such as side-on drilling through solid
materials (e.g. brick or concrete).
Do not climb higher than the last metre of the ladder.
Do not stand on the top three rungs on the ladder; this can cause stability issues.
Do not use the ladder as a bridge.
Do not use standing ladders for access to another level.
Leaning ladders used for access to a higher level should be extended at least 1m above the landing
point.
Do not step off a leaning ladder at a higher level without additional security, such as tying off or use
of a suitable stability device.
Do not step off the side of the ladder.
Do not spend long periods on a ladder without regular breaks (tiredness is a risk).
Take care when closing the ladder to not catch any fingers, clothing or hair in the mechanisms. Close
one rung at a time.
REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Fully collapse the ladder, closing all rungs, and secure before storage or handling.
Clean with a suitable proprietary household cleaner and a soft dry cloth.
Dry all parts thoroughly before storing.
Do not submerge your ladder in water or any liquid for any reason.
Store your ladder indoors in a dry environment away from other contaminants. Do not rest other
objects on the ladder. Only store the ladder when it is dry.
Do not subject your ladder system to humid or damp environments. These can damage the ladder.
Store the correct way up. The base should always sit on the ground.
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by a competent person with suitable replacement
parts. Unapproved third-party spares are not recommended and will void your warranty.
Do not carry equipment which is heavy or difficult to handle while using a ladder.
Do not modify the ladder design. Instruction for handling of locking mechanisms including indication
of locked or unlocked position.
The following GREEN SQUARE pictograms indicate proper use. The following RED CIRCLE pictograms
indicate misuse and are provided as a visual reminder for use. They are not an exhaustive list of use
instructions or warnings. Care, diligence and common sense must be provided by the user when
using the ladder to avoid accident or injury.
Failure to follow any provided instructions will void your warranty and could be considered
misuse.
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