What are Platform Step Ladders?
This is explained more in detail in our Pros section, however, a brief description would be that
Platform Step Ladders, or as sometimes referred to as Platform Ladders, are elaborate step ladders utilizing a work platform
instead of a regular step for the worker to work on. They may remind you of the much larger mobile platform ladders that have
been used quite effectively in a warehouse setting for many years.
Why are Platform Step Ladders sometimes required?
Platform
Step Ladders have been implemented to help contractors and trades people meet changing rules in the workplace with regards
to safety and 'working at heights' legislation. In some locations regular step ladders are being outlawed in
the workplace.
Are Platform Step Ladders safer to use?
Whether or not a Platform Ladder is actually safer than a regular step
ladder is a disputed fact. Only time will tell whether there are fewer injuries resulting from their use. The purpose of this site
is to give a comprehensive
Pros and
Cons Review of Platform Ladders. This review is the opinion of the author, and is arrived
at through both hands-on personal use and observation of use by others. It is intended for educational purposes only and is not meant
to discredit or discourage the use of Platform Ladders. If you have the freedom to choose regular step ladders or Platform Step
Ladders, then it is hoped that this information will facilitate easier decision making in the purchase and use thereof.
What
should you know before you buy Platform Step Ladders?
Should you buy Platform Ladders, or would regular step ladders suffice?
Your decision may be influenced by what may be required on your specific job site. If it is a personal decision, then this Review
of Platform Step Ladders will likely be of great help to you in your decision making. Please also see our Extra Information section
for additional information that may prove helpful.
