Safe use of cage ladders

According to legislation, a safe escape route must always be provided at buildings. To ensure such a safe escape route, cage ladders are often used. These ladders offer the possibility to escape from higher floors in case of emergencies, such as fire. Not only in cases of emergency can an aluminum cage ladder come in handy, but also when working in a factory or other work locations, a cage ladder offers a quick and safe way to bridge heights. At the Cage ladder specialist you will find reliable cage ladders and escape ladders for guaranteed safety.

Laws and regulations surrounding cage ladders

The heights and conditions of the buildings where a cage ladder is to be installed are often different. Special regulations therefore exist for ensuring the safety of cage ladders. At the bottom of the cage ladder, it must extend at least 1.1 meters above the arrival level. To prevent persons from hitting their heads when climbing the cage ladder, the cage itself should only start between 2.2, and 3 measures from the ground. There are also some requirements for at the top of the cage ladder. The ladder must continue 1.5 meters at the top so that there is enough handhold to get on and off safely. In addition, a handrail must be present on both sides. Access to the cage ladder must be able to be closed off from unauthorized persons by means of a door or hatch. For cage ladders that go more than 10 meters in height, rest platforms are mandatory every 6 meters. Cage ladders with exit platforms provide additional safety for climbing the ladder.

Cage ladder specialist

Cage ladders can be used for more purposes than just escape routes. Cage ladders are also ideally suited for safe roof access in apartment or office buildings. Whatever the cage ladder is used for, climbing ladders must be able to be done as safely as possible to prevent accidents. Therefore, to ensure that ladders meet all requirements, it is important that the ladder is installed by specialists, and that the ladder is supplied by a licensed company. At Cage Ladders Specialist, the necessary experience and high expertise ensures safe and reliable cage ladders.