The Ladder Association

📣 Tip 12 of 12 - Buy from a trusted Ladder Association member! Our members are committed to high standards of safety - you can find your nearest member on our website. Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 11 of 12 - Report unsafe ladders to help keep others safe! If you think the ladder is unsafe, dangerous or not made to standard – don’t use it! Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 10 of 12 - Store ladders properly for the next time! Avoid damage by keeping your ladders in good condition, don’t stack items on top of them, and keep them straight and horizontal. Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 9 of 12 - Know when and how to use your ladder safely! As a first step, think if it’s right to use a ladder. Ladders can be appropriate for low risk and short duration tasks that take no longer than 30 minutes. More tips: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 8 of 12 - Check your ladder before you use it! Check the ladder, check/read the instruction manual (every ladder should come with one) and check the labelling on the ladder itself. Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 7 of 12 - Only buy EN 131 certified ladders (the current product standard)! But beware of sellers falsely claiming compliance and consider all our tips to give you greater peace of mind. Here’s how you can find a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 6 of 12 - Carry out checks before you buy your ladder! Check that the products are certified by a third-party Conformity Assessment Body. Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 5 of 12 - Read the product reviews to hear from other buyers! But beware, some companies and brands post fake positive reviews, so read them carefully. Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 4 of 12 - Check out the seller before you buy, especially online! If they don’t have a UK/EU address, then it can make it much more difficult to contact them if you have an issue after you buy. Find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

🎄 If you're using a ladder this festive season, make sure you use it safely. Before you take your first step: ❔ Is a ladder the right equipment to use? ❔ Is it in good condition and safe? ❔ Do I know how to use it safely? Top tips: ecs.page.link/cvS9A #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 3 of 12 - Avoid ladders that are CE or UKCA marked! Despite what you might think, ladders cannot be CE or UKCA marked, so avoid any that bear that marking. It’s a red flag! Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 2 of 12 - Don't make decisions based solely on price! If something is very cheap, you should question why. That’s not to say it’s poor quality, but it’s certainly a prompt to make you do a bit more homework. More tips: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

🎄 If you plan to use a ladder this festive season, refresh your memory with some ladder safety tips: 👇 ecs.page.link/cvS9A #festiveladdersafety

📣 Tip 1 of 12 - This festive season we’re reminding you to take extra care when buying ladders online with our ‘12 Days of Ladder Safety’ top tips! Here’s how you can find yourself a cracker: ecs.page.link/VX15L #festiveladdersafety

🎄 Who's putting up the decorations this weekend? 🙋‍♂️ 🧠 Refresh your memory with some ladder safety tips: 👇 #using-my-existing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ladderassociation.org.uk/festive-ladder… 🔺 Or, maybe you're ready to buy a new ladder? Before you do, read our buying advice: ecs.page.link/ZnYf8 #festiveladdersafety

🔥HOT-OFF-THE-PRESS!🔥 We’re delighted to release our latest telescopic ladder market surveillance report! ecs.page.link/wHzai We tested ladders bought from Amazon, eBay and B&Q Marketplace AND direct from B&Q in-store and Screwfix. Take a look at the results... #laddersafety

📣 As a result of an administrative change, EN 131 standard for ladders (published in the UK as BS EN 131) parts: 1,2,3,4 & 6 have been amended. This change makes no difference to the actual requirements of the EN 131 standard: ecs.page.link/CzjUY #ladderstandards #en131

Have you been ladder trained? Or don't think you need training, they're simple, right? Ladders can be fairly simple, but you still need to be competent to use them! Browse our courses and find your nearest training centre: ecs.page.link/fu5fJ #laddertraining

We’re on the @HSSTraining podcast talking all things ladders! Listen here to learn more about product safety, training and our latest campaigns: m.youtube.com/watch?v=-SEqb-… #laddertraining #laddersafety

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We are excited to say that we have renewed our Ladder Association Membership, committing to ladder safety, standards and best practice.