Before using a step ladder, you should make sure it is safe to use. If it isn't and you decide to use it anyway, you may be putting your health and safety at risk.

Below is a step ladder inspection checklist to help you ensure that your step ladder is fit for purpose. Read each step carefully and fill in the relevant information where needed.

Step ladders should be checked briefly before every use, and formally inspected using this checklist every 6 months (if used once a week or more) or 12 months (if used less than once a week).

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By following the above checklist, you can ensure that your step ladder is safe to use. If your step ladder is not fit for use, we have an extensive range of step ladders available here at Ladders UK Direct. From regular to GRP step ladders and warehouse to platform steps, we have a step ladder to suit every situation.

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For more information on our step ladders, feel free to get in touch with the Ladders UK Direct team - we're always happy to help.

People up and down the country have been robbed of their holiday abroad this year, but COVID-19 shouldn't stop you having a nice time here in the UK. There's plenty of opportunities to go out in your caravan or camper and enjoy what's left of our British summer!

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Looking to get a new loft ladder, but not sure where to start? It's easy to get stuck when trying to figure out the small details. What do you need to measure? What material is best? Can you fit a loft ladder yourself?

Don't stress - you're not alone in this, but we can help. Here's some simple, easy to follow advice on how to choose a loft ladder. Whether you want to organise your storage space, or you want to do a full-on loft conversion - we'll use our years of ladder expertise to advise you!

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Aluminium is one of the most abundant metals we have on the earth and it's also pretty great for making ladders! It's lightweight, durable and resistant to corrosion so it's perfect for making ladders that need to be transported from one place to another. Over time, you might notice patches on your aluminium ladder that are starting to appear a dull grey colour. This is aluminium oxide, and it's totally normal!

While aluminium oxide won't cause any harm to your ladder, you might want to remove it so your aluminium ladder looks shiny and new again. Many of our customers are tradespeople who need to bring their ladders in and out of people's homes every day. A clean, well looked after aluminium ladder will look more professional and last you a lifetime.

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Are you thinking about buying an extension ladder for an upcoming job? Not really sure what length you need? Well, here in this blog, we'll explain how extension ladders are measured to help you find the perfect length for the task at hand.

Unlike single section ladders, extension ladders are be made up of two or more moveable sections, adding an additional layer of complexity to the calculation. Just because an extension ladder is listed as being 10 metres long, you shouldn't assume that you can reach 10 metres comfortably.

When measuring an extension ladder, it's important that you take the overlap in the middle of the ladder into consideration as well as the safe working height. These aren't the only things to consider, there are all kinds of variables that can make measuring an extension ladder a bit of a difficult task. But don't worry, we're here to help!

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