How to transport Indalex ladders with safety tips

One of the problems many people face with ladders is transporting ladders from A to B. Because ladders have to be long, ladders can be difficult to transport and some people often take risks when transporting ladders, which can be dangerous and illegal to be. A different type of Indalex ladders differ in length and depending on the type you are transporting also depends on the type of transport required.

Sliding ladders are e.g., quite long and is usually transported on the roofs of vehicles. Most people who carry extensions use a van, this is because it is long enough to secure the ladder at the top and does not extend beyond the length of the van.This is important because not only is a protruding ladder dangerous, especially if someone comes across you where they could cause serious injury, it is also illegal.

Use smaller Indalex ladders

While extensions inherently extend, it is important that they do not extend the length of the vehicle when folded. If so, you will need to take a shorter ladder or use a longer vehicle. Some smaller extension ladders can actually be attached to the roof of long wheelbase cars, such as a station wagon, but they must also be securely fastened, an unsafe ladder is a potential rocket if you have to stop suddenly, again the potential to cause serious injury is very real.

The indalex platform ladders are much easier to transport than extenders because they are shorter. They can be moved in vans so you don't have to worry about securing them to the roof. With the seats folded, many steps can also be transported in cars, but they must be safe, as sudden braking can cause the ladder to shoot forward again and injure drivers, passengers or other road users if it goes through the windshield.

Trunk cars for transportation

For those who only need a shorter ladder, a surveyor's ladder may be the best solution. Surveyor ladders can be folded to a small size and fit easily in the trunk of most cars. These are ideal for people who do not have to work at too high a height and because they are in the trunk there is no need to fasten them.

When transporting a ladder, it is important to make sure you have the correct vehicle or ladder for the vehicle you are using or you could be in trouble with the law or worse.Hundreds of people are injured each year when falling from ladders and heights, and most of these incidents involve extendable or retractable ladders. Because they can be extremely dangerous, many people don't like to use them when working at heights, but ladders are by far the most practical and convenient method of working from the ground.

How to avoid accidents during ladder transportation

Most accidents involving working at heights and ladders are also avoidable, as many are caused by improper use or poorly positioned ladders slipping or falling. However, if proper procedures and precautions are taken, working on a sliding ladder doesn't have to be dangerous at all.

The first step to safely working on a sliding ladder is to inspect it for damage. Many extension ladder accidents are due to the equipment itself being bent, warped, cracked or with loose steps. All of this needs to be inspected and taken care of before it's put into service, and if any flaws are found, it's time to get a replacement. It is also advisable to label the ladder to ensure that no one else uses it.

The next step is raising the ladder. The ground where it is to be placed must be inspected first. Loose surfaces and uneven ground should be avoided as this can lead to pinching and tipping. Once the surface is clear, the ladder should be placed at a suitable angle to the wall - not too steep and not too shallow.