Abru 24344 Instruction manual
LEANING LADDER GUIDE
Every month, more than a thousand people need hospital
treatment because of accidents at home involving stepladders...
..ABOVE ALL BE CAREFUL
BEFORE USE
Read all instructions on and accompanying the ladder
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Check the maximum load indicated on the ladder
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BS 2037 Class 1 Duty Rating: 130kg (20st) Max Vertical Static Load: 175kg (27.5st)
EN131 Duty Rating: 115kg (18st) Max Vertical Static Load: 150kg (23.6st)
BS 2037 Class 3 Duty Rating: 95kg (15st) Max Vertical Static Load: 125kg (19.7st)
Ensure that you are fit enough to use a ladder. Certain medical conditions or medications,
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alcohol or drug abuse could make ladder use unsafe
Ensure the ladder is suitable for the task
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Visually check the ladder is not damaged and is safe to use at the start of each
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working day when the ladder is to be used
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Remove any contamination from the ladder, such as wet paint, mud, oil or snow
When transporting ladders on roof bars or in a truck, ensure they are suitably
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placed to prevent damage
Inspect the ladder after delivery and before first use to confirm condition and
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operation of all parts
Before using a ladder at work a risk assessment should be carried out respecting
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the legislation in the country of use
For professional users regular periodic inspection is required
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Do not use a damaged ladder
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POSITIONING AND ERECTING THE LADDER
When positioning the ladder take into account risk of collision with the ladder e.g. from
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pedestrians, vehicles or doors. Secure doors (not fire exits) and windows where
possible in the work area
Identify any electrical risks in the work area, such as overhead lines or other exposed
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electrical equipment
Ladders shall not be positioned on slippery surfaces (such as ice, shiny surfaces or
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significantly contaminated surfaces) unless additional effective measures are taken to
prevent the ladder slipping or ensuring contaminated surfaces are sufficiently clean
Leaning ladder should lean against a flat non-fragile surface and should be secured
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before use, e.g. tied or use of a suitable stability device
Ladder shall be erected at the correct position and angle (inclination approximately 1:4)
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with rungs or treads level
Locking devices, if fitted, shall be fully secured before use
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Ladder shall be stood on its feet, not the rungs or steps
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Ladder shall never be repositioned from above
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Ladder shall be on an even, level and unmoveable base
USING THE LADDER
Do not exceed the maximum total load for the type of ladder
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Do not overreach, users should keep their belt buckle (navel) inside the stiles and both
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feet on the same step/rung throughout the task
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Maintain a handhold whilst working from a ladder or take additional safety
precautions if you cannot
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Avoid excessive side loadings e.g. drilling brick and concrete
Keep a secure grip on the ladder when ascending and descending
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Face the ladder when ascending and descending
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Wear suitable footwear when climbing a ladder
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Do not step off a leaning ladder at a higher level without additional security, such as
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tying off or use of a suitable stability device
Leaning ladders used for access to a higher level should be extended at least 1.1m
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above the landing point
Do not stand on the top three steps/rungs of a leaning ladder
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Ladders should only be used for light work of short duration
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Use non-conductive ladders for unavoidable live electrical work
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Do not use the ladder outside in adverse weather conditions, such as strong wind
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Take precautions against children playing on the ladder
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Secure doors (not fire exits) and windows where possible in the work area
Do not use the ladder as a bridge
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Do not spend long periods on a ladder without regular breaks (tiredness is a risk)
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Equipment carried while using a ladder should be light and easy to handle
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WORK THE SAFE WAY
THE RIGHT WAY
Use ladder correct way up
Right height for the job –
no overreaching
Good grip
Correct Flat shoes
Clean rungs
Ladder in good condition
Two non-slip feet
in good condition
Ladder at correct angle
65-75 degrees
Firm, level and
unmoveable base
Ensure ground is free
from contaminants
ONE OUT
PU RUOF
THE WRONG WAY
Do not step off side of ladder
Electrical hazard
Overhead hazard
Wrong height for the job –
do not overreach
Not holding on-only 2 points
of contact
Overloaded with material
Standing on top 3 r ungs
Slippers-incorrect footwear
Mud on rungs
Damaged ladder
Foot missing or damaged
Unstable surface
Base too far from wall
REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by a competent person
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and be in accordance with the producer’s instructions
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Ladders should be stored in accordance with the
producer’s instructions
LF 12000/E
Replacement spare parts are available to order online at
www.abru.co.uk or over the phone on 01773 525762
For details of product inspections and pass/fail criteria log onto www.abru.co.uk or contact us directly.
Abru Ltd, Derwentside Industrial Park, Derby Road, Belper, DE56 1WE Tel: 01773 525700 Email: info@abru.co.uk
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