LadderLock by Ladder Lock

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Concertina loft ladders: If you’re really looking to conserve space, this is the best option. These metal ladders fold together and are stored right on the hatch door, so they don’t really take up any loft space. You can find standalone concertina ladders, but also ladders that include the hatch. All our standard Ladderguards are available in several materials; aluminium, galvanised steel, stainless steel and painted mild steel. A ladder guard that is not wide enough for the ladder it is fitted to. Small feet can still climb the exposed rungs and the guard could slide even further to one side.

The Work at Height Regulations 2005 – Regulation 8 and Schedule 3 Part 2 Clause 11, Schedule 6 Clause 5 References There are a surprising number of options available when it comes to loft ladders, but the key thing to remember is safety – if you’re planning on carrying boxes, or other items, up and down the ladder, it’s important that you can do so with as little risk as possible. BS EN 12811-1:2003 Temporary works equipment- Part 1: Scaffolds - Performance requirements and general design The ladder is available in multiple standard opening sizes, up to a height of more than three metres, and has a right-side telescopic handrail for safety, as well as non-slip treads and support wheels for stability. As with many loft ladders, the Premio folds and stores neatly behind the trapdoor, so it won’t take up space. This set also includes an operating pole and all the appropriate fittings to install it. Podium Steps & Low-Level Scaffs Chimney & Roof Scaffolds Garden Scaffolds Stairwell Scaffolds Zone 1 GLASSFIBRE Safety TowersTool holders: Juggling your tools on top of a ladder is a recipe for disaster. Ladder tool holders keep your workspace free of clutter. Wear a tool belt to free up your hands for climbing and working.

Where unauthorised access has been gained the result is often a fall from height. This can cause life changing injuries and fatalities are not uncommon. Below, we’ll discuss what types of loft ladders are available and round up some of the best options you can buy now. In occupied buildings or public spaces with access to the scaffold at several levels fencing should be used to close off all access opportunities. For example, in buildings with public access balconies that abut scaffolding, this can mean fencing each level for the full length of the balcony (subject to this not interfering with fire escape arrangements). Telescopic loft ladders: This is technically a type of sliding ladder but designed to be a bit more streamlined and easy to use. They also tend to take up much less space as they’re constructed more compactly.

Ladderguards – to fit wider ladders, for example, ladders with rung lengths of 500mm+, bespoke length Ladderguards – to suit Fitness of user – Ladders of any type should never be used by anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol , or if taking medication which could impair your coordination. People with health condition s causing balance or mobility issues could also be putting themselves at risk using a ladder. style>