Perhaps a less common style of ladder than the trusty step ladder or classic single section ladders, combination ladders are versatile tools suited to a wide range of tasks. Most valued for their versatility, combination ladders are a popular choice for various tasks around both the home and workplace.

Convenience aside, safety should always remain a primary concern for any ladder user, and thus raises the question – are combination ladders truly safe?

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When using a combination ladder on stairs - and you should only do so if the ladder is specifically designed for it - be sure to follow all the usual safety guidelines for ladders and step ladders. That means you should:

• Keep at least 3 points of contact with the ladder at all times
• Refrain from over-reaching while you're on the ladder (reposition it if necessary)
• Stay below the ladder's maximum load limit
• Carry only light tools and materials, and only things you really need
• Go slowly - don't rush up and down the ladder!
• Follow the guidelines in your ladder's instruction manual

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If you've got a lot of different jobs to do - but you don't want to buy a lot of different ladders - then a combination ladder may be the ideal solution.

A combination ladder is a multi-use product that can be configured into a number of different shapes. For example, a 3-in-1 combination ladder might serve as a step ladder, an extension ladder, or a stairwell ladder depending on how you set it up.

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