Ensuring safety and compliance: Ladder specification in domestic, commercial and industrial settings

When it comes to working at height, falling from ladders is one of the most common injuries in domestic, commercial and industrial settings. When choosing ladder systems, designers and specifiers must be aware of the relevant design considerations and regulatory requirements to provide a safe, functional environment for all users. This not only minimises the risk of injury and death, but also avoids issues with non-compliance and other legal ramifications.

Ensuring Safety and Compliance: Ladder Specification in Domestic, Commercial and Industrial Settings provides an in-depth examination of the key concerns for specifiers when choosing high-performance access ladders along with an overview of the key Australian Standards and additional regulatory frameworks that apply. We cover important considerations such as load rating, safety and security measures, material selection, ease of installation and ease of use. By making an informed decision, specifiers can ensure they select the right ladder for their specific purpose, saving time and money during construction.

For over 40 years, AM-BOSS has led the industry in the design, manufacture, installation, and distribution of purpose-built pull-down access ladders, fixed access ladder systems and more.   Pull-down access systems from AM-BOSS are fully compliant with the National Construction Code (NCC) and are certified in accordance with the NCC CodeMark scheme.  This ensures the utmost level of safety for occupants and service personnel accessing the roof or attic space.  Fixed access systems from AM-BOSS are fully compliant with Australian Standard AS 1657:2018.