Ladder Hire

For light work and short-term access needs, a ladder may be all that is required, avoiding the expense and handling difficulties that may come with powered platforms or conventional scaffolding.

For many interior maintenance tasks and for exterior tasks with limited or specialist access limitations, a ladder may well be the only viable solution.

Convenient And Inexpensive

Ladder selection is more complex than the novice might believe. With push-up, rope-operated and combination types as well as roof ladders and insulated designs, ladder hire provides the opportunity to utilise exactly the right ladder for the job without having to go to the expense and hassle of buying and storing a number of alternative ladders. The customer also has the benefit of the experience and technical know-how of the supplier, whose expert advice could save time and money - and may well improve the user’s safety, too.

Ladder Hire – Making The Right Choice

With ladder hire it is essential to select the right product for the application. An unsuitable selection could leave the user out of pocket or short of reach. It may even endanger their safety.
 
For general light maintenance work or easy access requirements, especially outdoors, a conventional push-up ladder is probably the first choice. Lightweight and made from aluminium, these ladders are readily erected by one person. Typical maximum reach is around 9m. The longer reach versions feature three sections.

For ladder hire where greater height or more rugged performance is required, consider rope operated ladders. These heavy-duty extension ladders can extent to heights of over 16m. A team of 2 or more operators is required to extend the product. Three operators may be recommended for the longest three-section ladders. Automatic section locking is advisable for safe extension.

For tasks such as interior decorating and maintenance, a combination ladder is ideal. Combination ladder hire enables you to enjoy the benefits of extension ladders and platform steps in a single versatile unit. Various models are available, constructed from lightweight aluminium or insulated GRP. The multi-section design is easily converted to suit applications such as working over stairs.

Roof work poses special demands and involves unique risks. Roof ladder hire takes the worry out of roof inspection and repair, offering safe crawling over sloping roof areas. Most roof ladders can be erected and positioned by one person.

For electrical work, hire a ladder manufactured from GRP. Unlike aluminium products, these ladders are insulated and may significantly reduce the risk of electrical shock. However, please note that users should of course always conform to safe working practices when attending to electrical work.

Ladder Safety

Personnel working at height are at risk of injury or death from falls and accidents. Ladder users are no exception. In recent years, the use of ladders has been discouraged on safety grounds but they still have a role to play, especially in providing access to work areas or for short-term use. Check the prevailing regulations in your area for further guidance.

Consider including a ladder safety foot in your ladder hire arrangements. A ladder safety foot is a simple stabiliser which will hold the foot of your ladder more firmly in place, thereby offering a safety improvement.