What Size Stepladder Do I Need? A Simple Height Guide
Buy a stepladder that is too short and people stand on the top. Buy one that is too tall and it never leaves the store room. A quick way to get the size right first time.
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Combination Ladders Explained: 3 Way, 5 Way and Multi-Purpose
One ladder that works as a stepladder, an extension ladder and a stairwell ladder sounds ideal. When a combination ladder really is the best buy, and which type to choose.
Fibreglass vs Aluminium Ladders: Which Should You Buy?
Aluminium is lighter and cheaper. Fibreglass is non-conductive. Which one you need comes down to one question: will anyone be working near electricity?
Stepladder, Platform Steps or Podium Steps: Which Do You Need?
They look similar in a catalogue but they are built for very different jobs. How to choose between a stepladder, platform steps and podium steps, with prices and real examples.
Using Ladders at Work: The Rules Every UK Employer Should Know
Ladders are not banned at work, but there are rules. When a ladder is the right choice, how to set it up, and the habits that prevent most falls.
Ladder Inspection Checklist: Pre-Use Checks, Detailed Inspections and Records
Most ladder accidents start with a ladder that should never have been used. A practical checklist for pre-use checks, detailed inspections and keeping records that stand up if anyone asks.
EN 131 Explained: What Professional and Non-Professional Ladder Ratings Mean
EN 131 Professional is printed on most work ladders. Here is what that rating actually means, what changed in 2018, and why it matters if your team uses ladders at work.