BS EN 131 1: Understanding the ladder standard
Understanding the ladder standard BS EN 131-1 Portable ladders are used at home and at work, yet many people are unaware that these simple products are governed by a detailed safety standard. BS EN 131‑1:2015 +A2:2025 is the first part of the EN 131 series and defines the terminology, ladder types and functional sizes that designers must follow. It sits alongside […]
Ladder Association – Collaborating on Market Surveillance
CASE STUDY Ladder Association – Collaborating on Market Surveillance ‘Step Up to Safe Ladders’: A joint ladder safety initiative by the Ladder Association and Test & Research Centre 01/12/25 Confronting the Hidden Dangers of Substandard Ladders The Ladder Association’s campaign, “Step up to safe ladders” – in partnership with the Test & Research Centre – […]
