A recent news report from the BBC discusses how concerns have been raised over the replacement of wooden ladders with a steel alternative on the Grade II listed East Pier in Whitby.

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Pregnancy often raises questions about safety in everyday activities. From going on a run, eating certain foods or using certain products, there is a range of different everyday activities that you have to be cautious about during pregnancy, and climbing a ladder is one of them.  

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Whether you need to reach a top shelf or change a lightbulb, step stools are a super useful tool for when you just need a little extra height! Although step stools are commonplace in most professional and home settings, they are not without risk of injury. This blog will go over some of our top step stool safety tips so that you can stay safe next time you need to use one.  

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The current EN131 ladder regulations sort ladders into two classifications: Professional and Non-Professional.

• Ladders rated Professional are designed for demanding workplace environments where tasks typically require extra durability and safety precautions.
  
  
• Ladders rated Non-Professional  are suitable for domestic and at-home DIY jobs, but should not be used for trade or industrial applications.

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While staircases are an essential and common part of our daily lives, they can also pose a serious risk to safety if not used properly. In fact, according to a discussion on BBC Radio 2, it is estimated that there is a fall on stairs every 90 seconds in the UK, and an estimated 250,000 non-fatal accidents on stairs that are serious enough to merit a trip to A&E.

This blog will go over 5 essential staircase safety tips so that you can stay safe next time you’re using a staircase. Let’s dive in!

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