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Standards and Regulations
UK LADDER CLASSIFICATIONS In the UK there are 3 classification levels for aluminum ladders and step ladders. These are determined by the type of work that they will be used for, with all 3 classifications being within the scope of BS 2037. The individual ratings are: Class 1 – Industrial Ladders. These are very heavy duty aluminum ladders with a load rating of 175kg (27.5 stones). They would normally be used for heavy industrial or site work, although may, of course, be used around the home or workplace. EN 131 Trade Ladders (previously Class 2) These “Trade Quality” ladders are the most popular grade of aluminum ladder in Europe at present (EN 131 is a European wide standard) and carry a load rating of 150kg (23.5 stones). They are suitable for use by in the workplace (except as above) and for home use. Class 3 – Domestic Ladders These “DIY” aluminum ladders are produced solely for domestic use and carry a load rating of 95kg (15 stones). They are very lightweight and are not suitable for use in the workplace. UK SCAFFOLD TOWER CLASSIFICATIONS: Unlike ladders, there are no UK standards at the present time for Scaffold Towers, with the HSE relying on The Working at Height Regulations to promote safe practice. However some manufacturers choose to apply for a product standard, the main one being EN1004. The highest rating being Class 3, and the lowest Class 1. In the UK these standards are known as BSEN1004.
THE WORK AT HEIGHT REGULATIONS The purpose of this document is to give you an overview of these regulations. Below we have included links to the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) web site for comprehensive details of this legislation. On 6 April 2005, the The Work at Height Regulations 2005 came into force, consolidating previous UK and European legislation on work at heights. The Regulations apply to any work at a height where there is a risk of a fall liable to cause injury. This includes work below ground level and at a low height. The Regulations place duties on employers, the self-employed, and any person that controls the work of others (for example facilities managers or building owners who may contract others to work at height).  As part of the Regulations, duty holders must ensure: All work at height is properly planned and organised. those involved in work at height are competent. the risks from work at height are assessed and appropriate work equipment is selected and used. the risks from fragile surfaces are properly controlled. equipment for work at height is properly inspected and maintained. The HSE has determined a simple hierarchy for managing and selecting equipment for work at height. In this, duty holders must: avoid work at height where they can. use work equipment or other measures to prevent falls where they cannot avoid working at height. where they cannot eliminate the risk of a fall, use work equipment or other measures to minimise the distance and consequences of a fall should one occur. According to the HSE, common factors resulting in falls from height include: Failure to provide safe systems of work. Failure to ensure that safe systems of work are followed. Inadequate information, instruction, training or supervision provided. Failure to use appropriate equipment. Failure to provide safe plant/equipment. The HSE’s key messages on preventing falls from height are: Follow good practice for work at height. Follow your risk assessment, plan and organise your work properly and make sure everyone involved is competent to their level or responsibility. Try to avoid the need for work at height where you can. Where you can’t, take steps to prevent falls, where you cannot prevent a fall then you must mitigate the risk of injury should a fall occur. Always select collective measures to prevent falls (such as guardrails and working platforms) before other measures which may only mitigate the distance and consequences of a fall or which may only provide personal protection from a fall. This is only a summary of The Working At Height Regulations. For full details please visit: http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2005/20050735 and http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2007/uksi_20070114_en_1

May madness sale must end on Sunday 22nd May!

Hurry, hurry hurry!!! Our May madness sale ends on Sunday 20th May at 10pm. Our sale is on a strictly first come first serve basis.

Order your Ladders, Loft Ladders and Scaffold Towers NOW and take advantage of our unbeatable sale prices which are backed up by superb quality products, free lifetime guarantee, excellent customer service and free next day delivery to the UK mainland.** All prices include VAT*
Our crazy prices start from only £29.99!

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May madness sale now on!

Our May madness sale is now on, with this massive sale of simply unbeatable prices off our Ladders, loft ladders and scaffold towers, this month you really can’t miss out!

Our sale is strictly on a first come first served basis and only whilst stocks last!

 

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I need to buy a quality ladder, but don’t know which to choose.

Ladders

Ladders are a huge part of the building and construction industry and are the safest way to reach high areas. Many homes also require ladders for various purposes. However, ladders need to be sturdy and reliable as they have to be used in risky conditions. We have a range of high quality ladders that will meet your needs.

Loft Ladders

Loft ladders are one of the most popular types of ladders and are used especially in homes. Loft ladders are available in different styles and usually come in height adjustable models. These loft ladders are used mostly to reach attics but can be used for other purposes as well. This makes loft ladders an essential tool in homes.

Scaffold Towers

Scaffold towers are one of the main elements in construction. Without these, building and construction work may not even be possible. However, it is important that scaffold towers are reliable and strong. So if you are looking for scaffold towers for any purpose, we at BPS Access Solutions Ltd can provide you with various options to match your requirements.

Extension Ladders

From the very name you would know that extension ladders are the kind of ladders whose length can be extended so that users can reach higher places. Extension ladders, which are mostly used for outdoor jobs, are usually made of aluminium, steel and fibreglass and depending on the model can withstand different weights.

Telescopic Ladders

Telescopic ladders are the ideal kind of ladder to have anywhere as they suit all job types. We have an extensive range of telescopic laddersthat can be folded, carried about and stored easily. This feature in particular is what makes telescopic ladders excellent tools to have.

 

 

Our Fabulous Mid-Spring Sale is now! whilst stocks last!!

Our Fabulous Mid-Spring Sale is now on but hurry – must end on Sunday 8th May at 10pm
 

STRICTLY FIRST COME FIRST SERVED – WHILST STOCKS LAST!!
 

Orders placed before 2pm on Thursday 5th May will be delivered in time for the weekend

 

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Check out our Telescopic Ladders – will easily fit into car boot!

3.85m (12’8″) Telescopic Ladders with Unique Integral Safety Stabilisers and Heavy Duty Carry Bag

In our opinion, the Telescopic Ladder is probably the most innovative access product to hit the market in recent years. As such, there are many inferior products in the marketplace that are neither as safe, strong nor durable as our ladders. 

We are delighted to announce two new products to supplement our already strong line up of ladders – the new Telescopic Ladder and unique Trio triple-use Telescopic Ladder. Both are top quality ladders, and are an ideal “piece of kit” for surveyors, all building trades and householders. They are suitable for use inside and out, at home, in the office or on-site.

• The clever new alternative to conventional ladders. Our Telescopic Ladder has many applications both at work and around the home
• Ladder supplied with unique safety stabiliser bars fitted with large rubber feet to protect floor surfaces and give great grip in all positions
• Supplied with heavy duty carry bag incorporating shoulder strap for ease of transport and ultimate protection of your Telescopic Ladder
• Ladder opens and closes “rung by rung”, meaning that it can be used at multiple heights up to 3.85m (12′ 8″)
• You open only to the height required giving great maneuverability, particularly in confined spaces
• Extremely compact in storage and transport therefore easily fits into cupboard, under the bed or in a car boot
• Manufactured to European Standard EN131 (Trade & DIY use) for your reassurance and safety
• Very strong – maximum load 150kg (23.5 stone), yet being only 11.5kg in weight – is easily carried
• Anodised aluminium finish – clean to touch and not “oily”
• Large anti-slip rungs for comfort and safety

Trio Telescopic Ladder only (in addition to the above)

• Triple-use telescopic ladder – can be used as an extension ladder (height 3.85m / 12’7″), double sided step ladder (must be used fully extended – height 1.9m/6’3″) or stair step ladder.
• Twin stabiliser bars fitted
• Supplied with full instructions written in plain English

Our telescopic ladders come in two types –

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Telescopic Ladders with Unique Integral Safety Stabilisers and Heavy Duty Carry Bag

In our opinion, the Telescopic Ladder is probably the most innovative access product to hit the market in recent years. As such, there are many inferior products in the marketplace that are neither as safe, strong nor durable as our ladders. 

We are delighted to announce two new products to supplement our already strong line up of ladders – the new Telescopic Ladder and unique Trio triple-use Telescopic Ladder. Both are top quality ladders, and are an ideal “piece of kit” for surveyors, all building trades and householders. They are suitable for use inside and out, at home, in the office or on-site.

The clever new alternative to conventional ladders. Our Telescopic Ladder has many applications both at work and around the home Ladder supplied with unique safety stabiliser bars fitted with large rubber feet to protect floor surfaces and give great grip in all positions Supplied with heavy duty carry bag incorporating shoulder strap for ease of transport and ultimate protection of your Telescopic Ladder Ladder opens and closes “rung by rung”, meaning that it can be used at multiple heights up to 3.85m (12′ 8″) You open only to the height required giving great maneuverability, particularly in confined spaces Extremely compact in storage and transport therefore easily fits into cupboard, under the bed or in a car boot Manufactured to European Standard EN131 (Trade & DIY use) for your reassurance and safety Very strong – maximum load 150kg (23.5 stone), yet being only 11.5kg in weight – is easily carried Anodised aluminium finish – clean to touch and not “oily” Large anti-slip rungs for comfort and safety Trio Telescopic Ladder only (in addition to the above) Triple-use telescopic ladder – can be used as an extension ladder (height 3.85m / 12’7″), double sided step ladder (must be used fully extended – height 1.9m/6’3″) or stair step ladder. Twin stabiliser bars fitted Supplied with full instructions written in plain English Telescopic Ladders available in two types – please click below for the ladder that best suits your needs

3.85m (12’8″) Telescopic Ladder with Unique Integral Safety Stabiliser and Heavy Duty Carry Bag     Top quality ladder yet lightweight in use and compact in storage – will easily fit into car boot Normally from £199.99 Sale Price from £92.99 Inc. VAT SAVE £107 DELIVERED FAST AND FOR FREE!		Trio 3.85m (12’8″) Telescopic Ladder with Twin Unique Integral Safety Stabilisers and Heavy Duty Carry Bag     Extremely versatile multi use Telescopic Ladder for use at home and in the workplace Normally from £229.99 Sale Price from £139.99 Inc. VAT SAVE £90 DELIVERED FAST AND FOR FREE!

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Concertina Loft Ladders™

This Loft ladder provides the perfect solution for those “awkward” applications where loft opening or floor space is limited. It is also ideal where space within the loft is limited as it folds into a “cube” and needs no clearance outside of the loft opening perimeter. In short, it will fit in almost all cases and has the added benefit of being the easiest of all loft ladders to fit.

• Our own unique design – the loft ladder that takes away the uncertainty as this one will fit almost any loft
• Rubber coated non slip treads fitted for your safety and comfort. YOU WILL NOT FIND THIS IMPORTANT FEATURE ELSEWHERE
• Easy to fit – the loft ladder is supplied fully assembled, and we even give you the kit to enable you to convert your existing “lift up” loft hatch door to “swing down” into the room
• Very strong – maximum load 150kg (23.5 stone)
• Extra deep (80mm/3″)) and wide (380mm/1’3″) treads for safe and easy use
• For durability the loft ladder has a stainless steel carriage and bolts, giving it that “solid” feel – BEWARE, ALUMINIUM BOLTS USED IN SOME OTHER MODELS CAN BREAK
• Easy to operate – the loft ladder features twin springs to support its weight when being lowered from or raised into the loft making operation light and easy
• Adjustable base position giving maximum flexibility when there is confined space in the room below
• Requires minimum loft aperture only 430mm (1′ 5″) wide (the side the loft ladder will attach to) and 570mm (1’10”) long and therefore suitable for almost all applications
• Supplied with full instructions written in plain English
• Available in 4 sizes to fit ceiling heights of up to 3.66m (12′)

Tread Width	Tread Depth	Backboard Size	Minimum Loft Clearance Height
340mm (1’1″)	80mm (3″)	430mm x 180mm (H) (1’5″ x 7″)	450mm (1’6″)

 

Easy as 1	2	3. . . !	Concertina Loft Ladder™ & fittings pre-fitted i.e. as supplied
Concertina Loft Ladder™ shown fully extended	Concertina Loft Ladder™ shown pushed back therefore allowing more space in hatch for offering up larger items	Concertina Loft Ladder™ viewed down from loft	Concertina Loft Ladder™ stowed in loft
Concertina Loft Ladder™ featuring rubber coated non slip, extra deep treads	Concertina Loft Ladder™ featuring double spring loading	Concertina Loft Ladder™ featuring rigid sides which act as full length handrails

Ladder of the week! – Superior Latest ‘Big Red Foot’ Multi Purpose Ladder with free Extra Strong 2-part platform

The Multi Purpose Ladder is by far the most versatile ladder in the world – the ultimate Multi Purpose Ladder that can be used in 13 positions

• Very strong -EN131 Certified (Trade & DIY use) – NOT TO BE CONFUSED WITH WEAKER NON CERTIFIED LADDERS FOR DIY USE ONLY
• Maximum load a massive 150 kg (23.5 stone).
• Supplied complete with extra strong safe interlocking 1.5mm thick platform – BEWARE, SOME OTHERS ARE SUPPLIED WITH WEAKER PLATFORMS
• True multi-function ladder – possibly the only ladder you will ever need
• Can be used as an extension ladder, double sided step ladder, stair step ladder, stair platform, stand off ladder, painting or gardening platform, free standing ladder and work bench
• Multi Purpose Ladder features stabilisers with extra large red rubber feet giving 100% grip to floor surface, and ensuring maximum stability and safety in use 
• Non slip “ridged” rungs ensuring maximum safety
• Compact to store and transport – will easily fit into a car boot or cupboard
• A cost effective solution to all of your access requirements
• Available in 3 sizes (choose from foot of page)

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Pictures and video below show the 4×4 Rung size Superior Multi Purpose Ladder

Multi Purpose Ladder shown closed – easy to store & transport	Multi Purpose Ladder configured as Step Ladder	Multi Purpose Ladder configured as Extension Ladder – 3 height options	Multi Purpose Ladder configured as Stand Off Ladder with part platform
Multi Purpose Ladder configured as Free Standing Ladder	Multi Purpose Ladder configured as Stair Step Ladder	Multi Purpose Ladder configured as Stair Platform	Multi Purpose Ladder configured with full platform
Multi Purpose Ladder used as Work Bench	Multi Purpose Ladder in garden use	Multi Purpose Ladder in garden use	Multi Purpose Ladder in garden use
Multi Purpose Ladder featuring 1.5mm thick non-slip platform	Multi Purpose Ladder featuring strong, easy to use catches	Multi Purpose Ladder featuring 2 stabiliser bars with large rubber feet providing perfect grip & stability	Multi Purpose Ladder featuring ribbed non-slip rungs through stiles, crimped at ends for absolute strength

How to use our Deluxe Wooden Loft Ladder Video

See below our Video presentation on how our deluxe wooden loft ladder operates: