KRAUSE Sibilo Instrucciones De Uso página 46

8. The ladder must not be used by more than one person at a time.
9. Always ascend and descend the ladder facing the ladder.
Always make sure to have a safe handhold when climbing and working on the
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ladder. If necessary, take extra precautions.
Do not put any excessive loads onto the sides of the ladder such as,
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e.g. when drilling into masonry and concrete.
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12. Any objects carried up and down the ladder must be light and easy to hold.
13. Always wear suitable footwear when climbing the ladder.
Do not use the ladder if your physical fitness is compromised or insufficient
14. for using the ladder. Certain health problems, medication, alcohol and drug
misuse can pose a safety hazard when using the ladder.
Do not work on the ladder for too long without taking regular breaks
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(fatigue is a hazard).
Securely fasten and tie down ladders when transporting them on roof racks or in
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lorries to avoid damage.
Check whether the ladder is suitable for the relevant application and free from
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damage before use.
Clean and make sure the ladder is free from e.g. wet paint, dirt, oil or snow,
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before use.
Do not use the ladder outdoors in poor weather conditions
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(e.g. strong winds, frost, ice and snow).
If the ladder is going to be used for commercial purposes, always perform a risk
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assessment taking into account the legislation in force in the country of use.
Beware of the risk of collision with e.g. pedestrians, vehicles or doors when
21. setting up the ladder. Lock doors (with the exception of emergency exits) and win-
dows near the ladder.
Take note of all of the hazards posed by electrical equipment, e.g. overhead power
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lines or other exposed electrical equipment, within the work area.
Do not use conductive ladders for work on live equipment or near overhead power
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lines (e.g. aluminium ladders).