Before Use; Positioning And Erecting The Ladder - Powerfix Profi 314794 Operation And Safety Notes

Do not stand on the top two
steps / rungs of a standing ladder
without a platform and hand / knee
rail .
Do not modify the ladder design .
Attached to the ladder frame you
will find labels with pictograms for
a safe use of the ladder .
Follow the advices on the pictograms
to avoid accidents .
˜ Before use
Ensure that you are fit enough
to use a ladder . Certain medical
conditions or medication, alcohol
or drug abuse could make ladder
use unsafe;
When transporting ladders on
roof bars or in a truck, ensure they
are suitably placed to prevent
damage;
Inspect the ladder after delivery
and before first use to confirm
condition and operation of all
parts;
Visually check the ladder is not
damaged and is safe to use at the
start of each working day when
the ladder is to be used;
For professional users regular
periodic inspection is required;
Ensure the ladder is suitable for the
task;
Do not use a damaged ladder;
Remove any contamination from
the ladder, such as wet paint, mud,
oil or snow;
˜ Positioning and erecting
the ladder
Ladder shall be erected at the
correct position, such as the correct
angle for a leaning ladder (angle
of inclination approximately 1:4)
with the rungs or treads level and
complete opening of a standing
ladder;
Locking devices shall be fully
secured before use;
Ladder shall be on an even, level
and unmoveable base;
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;
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