SAFETY ALER T USING A LADDER For further information contact ACCC Infocentre on 1300 302 502 www.accc.gov.au CHECK THE LADDER BEFORE USE Ensure the ladder is in good condition and fitted with non-slip safety feet. Set up safely Place the ladder on dry, firm and level ground and engage all locks and braces. Climb safely Only climb to the second rung from the top of a step ladder or the third rung from the top of an extension ladder. Caution Never lean out too far from a ladder—work within arm's reach. Do not ‘walk’ the ladder while still on it. Never use a ladder if you are alone and cannot get assistance if you have an accident. Do not push or pull against other objects when up the ladder unless the ladder is properly secured— these forces can destabilise the ladder.
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SAFETY ALERTUSING A LADDER
For further information contact
ACCC Infocentre on 1300 302 502www.accc.gov.au
CHECK THE LADDER BEFORE USEEnsure the ladder is in good condition and fi tted with non-slip safety feet.
Set up safelyPlace the ladder on dry, fi rm and level ground and engage all locks and braces.
Climb safelyOnly climb to the second rung from the top of a step ladder or the third rung from the top of an extension ladder.
CautionNever lean out too far from a ladder—work within arm's reach.
Do not ‘walk’ the ladder while still on it.
Never use a ladder if you are alone and cannot get assistance if you have an accident.
Do not push or pull against other objects when up the ladder unless the ladder is properly secured—these forces can destabilise the ladder.
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