Repair, Maintenance And Storage - Norstep 57631 Manual De Instrucciones

Avoid work that imposes a
sideways load on ladders, such
as side-on drilling through solid
materials (e.g. brick or concrete);
Maintain a handhold whilst working from a
ladder or take additional safety precaution if
you cannot;
Standing ladders shall not be
used as leaning ladders unless
they are designed for that
purpose.
Do not move a ladder while standing on it.
For outdoor use caution to the wind.
Only use the ladder in the
direction as indicated, only if
necessary due to design of ladder.
4. Additional warning for multiple
hinge-joint ladder
Single or multiple joint ladders
should be unfolded /folded when
lying on the ground and not its
use position
Prohibited positions: M-position, upside-
down position,
Ensure that the hinges are locked

5. Repair, maintenance and storage

Repairs and maintenance shall be carried out
by a competent person and be in accordance
with the producer's instruction.
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 fl at 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 scaff olding), is it secured against
unauthorized climbing (e.g. by children)?
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