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Warning, falling from the
ladder.
2
Refer to instruction manu-
al.
3
Inspect the ladder after
delivery. Before every use
visually check the ladder
is not damaged and is safe
to use. Do not use dama-
ged ladders.
4 Maximum total load.
5
Do not use the ladder on
unlevel or unfirm base.
6 Do not overreach.
7
Do not erect ladders on
contaminated ground.
8
Maximum number of
users.
9
Do not ascend or descend
unless you are facing the
ladder
10
Keep a secure grip on the
ladder when ascending
and descending. Maintain
a handhold whilst working
from a ladder or take ad-
ditional safty precautions
if you cannot.
11
Do not wear unsuitable
footwear when climbing a
ladder.
12
Avoid work that imposes a
sideways load on ladders,
such as side-on drilling
through solid materials.
13
Do not carry equipment
which is heavy or difficult
to handle while using a
ladder.
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Do not use the ladder if
you are not fit enough.
Certain medical conditions
or medication, alcohol or
drug abuse could make
ladder use unsafe.
15
Do not spend long periods
on a ladder without regular
breaks (tiredness is a risk).
16
Prevent damage of the
ladder when transport-
ing e.g. by fastening and,
ensure they are suitably
placed to prevent damage.
17
Ensure the ladder is suita-
ble for the task.
18
Do not use the ladder if
contaminated, e.g. with
wet paint, mud, oil or
snow.
19
Do not use the ladder out-
side in adverse weather
conditions, such as strong
wind.
20
For professional use a
risk assessment shall be
carried out respecting the
legislation in the country
of use.
21
When positioning the lad-
der take into account risk
of collision with the ladder
e.g. from pedestrians,
vehicles or doors. Secure
doors (not fire exits) and
windows where possible in
the work area.
22
Identify any electrical risks
in the work area, such as
overhead lines or other
exposed electrical equip-
ment and do not use the
ladder where electrical
risks occur.
23
Do not use ladders as a
bridge.
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