Safety Instructions For Using The Ladder - Powerfix Profi 314794 Operation And Safety Notes

Never use on stairs if they are not
level . This could cause the ladder
to tip or cause you to lose your
balance .
Always wear skid resistant shoes
while using this ladder or scaffold .
Before using it, check all parts of
the ladder . Do not use the ladder if
any parts are missing, damaged or
worn .
Check all locking devices . Before
using the ladder, make sure that
all locking devices are locked in
place .
Place the ladder only on a
horizontal, dry, immovable firm
surface .
Ladders shall not be positioned
on slippery surfaces (such as ice,
shiny surfaces or significantly
contaminated solid surfaces) unless
additional effective measures are
taken to prevent the ladder slipping
or ensuring contaminated surfaces
are sufficiently clean .
Do not use the ladder as a
bridging structure .
Leaning ladder should lean against
a flat non‑fragile surface and
should be secured before use, e .g .
tied or use of a suitable stability
device .
Attention! Metal is an electrical
conductor! Make sure that no part
of the ladder is touching a live
cable .
When positioning the ladder take
into account risk of collision with
the ladder e .g . from pedestrians,
vehicles or doors .
Ladder shall be stood on its feet,
not the rungs or steps .
˜ Safety instructions for
using the ladder
Do not use the ladder if you are
under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or strong medication . Do not
use the ladder if you are ill or do
not feel well .
Do not use the ladder if it is wet,
damaged or if it has become
slippery because of water, ice or
snow .
Always hold on tightly to the
ladder and always face the ladder
when getting on and off the
ladder .
GB/IE/NI 19