Classes of Ladders
Different types of ladders and their Classes
All ladders should meet the requirements of the appropriate British or European standards.
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Class 1 (Industrial)
Maximum static vertical load 175 kg (27.5 stone).
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Class EN131 (Professional)
Maximum static vertical load 150 kg (23.5 stone). (This replaces the Class 2 [Light Trade] standard.)
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Class III (Domestic)
Maximum static vertical load 125 kg (19.5 stone).
Below are some additional classes that correspond to the material in which the ladder is manufactured from.
BS 1129:1990 (British) applies to wooden ladders and stepladders.
BS 2037:1990 (British) applies to metal ladders and stepladders.
BS EN 131:1993 (European) applies to metal and wooden ladders and stepladders.
