BS EN 131-7:2013 Mobile Ladders with Platform - The standard explained
The following is the key criteria (plus more) to certifying a set of mobile steps to BS EN 131-7:2013. They detail what to look out for when comparing British Standard Safety Steps to others claiming to be ‘certified’.
Scope
This European Standard defines the general design characteristics of mobile ladders with platform. It applies to mobile ladders with a working platform, maximum of 1m2
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and a maximum platform height of 5000mm, to be used only by one person at a time. The maximum load is 150kg which includes a maximum combined load of the user and any tools, equipment and materials.
EN 131-7:2013 is the only standard that applies to mobile ladders with platform. Parts 1-6 of the EN131 standard, specifically state that they do not apply to mobile ladders.
