Hard Head 008807 Operating Instructions Manual page 22

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• For repair and replacement of parts, e.g.
feet, if necessary contact the producer or
distributor.
• Ladders should be stored in accordance
with the producer's instructions.
• Ladders made of or using thermoplastic,
thermosetting plastic and reinforced
plastic materials should be stored out of
direct sunlight.
• The important considerations when
storing a ladder (not in use) should
include the following:
– Is the ladder stored away from areas
where its condition could deteriorate
more rapidly (e.g. dampness,
excessive heat, or exposed to the
elements)?
– Is the ladder stored in a position
which helps it to remain straight
(e.g. hung by the stiles on proper
ladder brackets or laid on a flat
clutter free surface)?
– Is the ladder stored where it cannot
be damaged by vehicles, heavy
objects, or contaminants?
– Is the ladder stored where it cannot
cause a trip hazard or an
obstruction?
– Is the ladder stored securely where it
cannot be easily used for criminal
purposes?
– If the ladder is permanently
positioned (e.g. on scaffolding), is it
secured against unauthorized
climbing (e.g. by children)?
INSPECTION
For regular inspection, the following items
shall be taken into account:
– Check that the stiles/legs (uprights)
are not bent, bowed, twisted,
dented, cracked, corroded or rotten;
– Check that the stiles/legs around the
fixing points for other components
are in good condition;
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– Check that fixings (usually rivets,
screws or bolts) are not missing,
loose, or corroded;
– Check that rungs/steps are not
missing, loose, excessively worn,
corroded or damaged;
– Check that the hinges between front
and rear sections are not damaged,
loose or corroded;
– Check that the locking stays
horizontal, back rails and corner
braces are not missing, bent, loose,
corroded or damaged;
– Check that the entire ladder is free
from contaminants (e.g. dirt, mud,
paint, oil or grease);
– Check that locking catches (if fitted)
are not damaged or corroded and
function correctly;
– Check that the platform (if fitted) has
no missing parts or fixings and is not
damaged or corroded.