Ladders are essential tools for accessing hard to reach places, however, if used incorrectly, they can also become a source of accidents and injuries. Understanding the science behind ladder stability is crucial to using them safely. This blog will explore the science principles that help ladders to stand firm and provide some handy tips to help you ensure ladder safety and stability.

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Falls when working at height remain the most common cause of workplace fatalities, accounting for 36% of all worker deaths, with many of these deaths involving serious falls from ladders.

In this blog, we will explore some of the most common ladder hazards and share some precautions you can take to ensure that you remain safe and injury-free next time you use a ladder.

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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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