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Working with Stepladders by Administrator

 

Working with Stepladders
Do's
 
Don'ts

DO rest it on a firm and level base. If you're working outside, place a large, flat board on any soft ground to make a suitable base.
 
 

DO position it front-on to the work.
 
DON'T work sideways, at any time.

DO check that there are no overhead hazards near where you're going to work.
 
DON'T have more than one person on the stepladder at a time.

DO check that the stepladder is locked into its correct position. If it's a multi-way design, make sure it's is the right configuration for the job you're doing. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
 
DON'T put loose tools where they could move or fall and cause an injury. Use a fixed-on work tray if necessary.

DO keep both your feet on a step. Never stand on the top handrail to gain extra height.
 
DON'T forget . . .
NEVER OVER-REACH

DO wear flat, firm soles shoes. Never work in high heels, bare feet or slippers.
 
DON'T hang your ladder vertically from one of its steps.

DO keep a secure grip at all times.
 
 
 

DO keep both your feet on a step. Never stand on the top handrail to gain extra height.
 
 
 

DO keep your stepladder protected from the weather in a covered, ventilated area.
 
 
 

DO keep it out of the way of children.
 
 
 

 

Wrong Way
 
Right Way

 
Overhead hazard
Wrong height
Over-reaching
No grip on ladder
Sideways-on
Standing on handrail
Slippers
Loose tools
Slippery steps
Uneven soft Ground
Damaged steps
Damaged stiles
Non-slip foot missing
 
Right height
No over-reaching
Good grip on ladder
Front on
 
Flat shoes
 
Clean steps
Firm level base
Undamaged steps
Undamaged stiles
4 Non-slip feet

Meets British or
European standard
BS 2037 • BS 7377
• BS 1129 • BS EN 131 (or EN 131)
 

This week there will be one death and a hundred or so injuries involving a ladder.
Follow these guidelines and lessen the risk to yourselves and others!

This article was published on Sunday 11 March, 2007.
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