Whether at work or around the house, no ladder lasts forever. Inevitably, the day will come when a routine inspection reveals that your trusty ladder is no longer safe to use and it’s time to get a new one.

But what exactly are the signs that you need to be looking for? What are the indications that your ladder needs to be replaced?

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When it comes to working with ladders, safety is paramount. Falls from height are consistently the leading cause of workplace fatalities and injuries in the UK – accounting for 40 fatalities and over 5,000 non-fatal injuries in 2022/23.

Most workers are aware of the essential ladder safety rules but there are still some areas of ladder safety that are often overlooked. In this blog, we will be discussing the importance of making sure the area directly below your ladder is clear of any potential hazards.

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Falls from ladders are among the leading causes of work-related fatal injuries in the UK. When a deadly fall does occur, it’s usually due to workers either not being aware of or disregarding crucial safety procedures when working with ladders at height.

In this blog, we'll see what bad ladder safety looks like and name five things you should avoid in order to ensure the safety of yourself and others when working with ladders.

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When you're using a ladder, safety should be your top priority at all times - including when you're climbing down the ladder.

Falls from ladders are a common cause of injury both at home and in the workplace, so don't allow yourself to become complacent. You may have finished changing that light bulb (or whatever it was you needed the ladder for) but until both of your feet are firmly on the ground, there's still a chance that you could fall and hurt yourself.

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To ensure your safety and the safety of others, be sure to perform these quick ladder checks before each use.

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