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g) do not stand on the top four steps/rungs of a standing ladder with an extending ladder
at the top;
h) ladders should only be used for light work of short duration;
i) use non-conductive ladders for unavoidable live electrical work;
j) do not use the ladder outside in adverse weather conditions, such as strong wind;
k) take precautions against children playing on the ladder;
l) secure doors (not fire exits) and windows where possible in the work area;
m) face the ladder when ascending and descending;
n) keep a secure grip on the ladder when ascending and descending;
o) do not use the ladder as a bridge;
p) wear suitable gloves and footwear when climbing the ladder;
q) avoid excessive side loadings e.g. drilling brick and concrete;
r) do not spend long periods on a ladder without regular breaks (tiredness is a risk);
s) leaning ladders used for access to a higher level should be extended at least
1mabove the landing point;
t) equipment carried while using a ladder should be light and easy to handle;
u) avoid work that imposes a sideways load on standing ladders, such as side-on
drilling through solid materials (e.g. brick or concrete);
v) do not adjust, lower and lift the inner element taking the ladder to the frames;
w) on the telescopic ladder with hooks and hinges the internal element, during
adjustment, lowering and lifting, should be supported with the hands, holding it
simultaneously to the external element to avoid dropping of the element on your feet;
x) any height adjustment must be made with the operator on the ground and not when
he is on the ladder;
y) make sure hooks and locks are snapped in their seats and / or the knobs are tight;
z) maintain a handhold whilst working from a ladder or take additional safety
precautions if you cannot;
repair, maintenance and storage. Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out by
aa)
a competent person and be in accordance with the producer's instructions. Ladders
should be stored in accordance with the producer's instructions.
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