Further to this lot, for a practical demonstration - contact your local fire
brigade. They do manual handling training in relation to ladderwork on an
almost daily basis. You CAN wear a skirt for this one !!
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> From: Greta Thornbory[SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Reply To: Greta Thornbory
> Sent: Thursday, July 04, 2002 11:36 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Ladders
>
> HI Folks
> I am always answering other peoples queries - now its pay back time! Can
> anyone give me some advice on ladders? What would you include in a manual
> handling training session for people using ladders? Which HSE or other
> document gives good advice on manual handling and ladders? I have my own
> ideas about height-angle ration of 1:4, making sure they are good
> condition, not overreaching and twisting, secure them so they don't
> slip.......is there anything else I have missed. Hopefully the massed
> brains of this group will help me not to drop a clanger!!!!!
>
> Cheers, Greta
>
> Greta Thornbory
> Education & Health Care Consultant
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