HSS Hire Builders Steps Troubleshooting guide

Builders Steps
A selection of alloy steps,
available in 3, 6, 8, & 10 tread.
Hinged
Brace
Code: 85943/46/48/50
Alloy Step Ladders
Builders Steps
782/02
782/02
Operating & Safety Guide 782
Operating & Safety Guide 782
©HSS Hire Service Group Ltd 2020 No. 782/02
76 Talbot Road, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0PQ
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... have you been trained
The law requires that personnel using this type of equipment in
the workplace must be competent and qualified to do so.
Training is available at HSS Training
0845 766 7799

For advice on the safety and suitability of this
equipment contact your local HSS Hire.
Keep children, animals and bystanders away from the
work area.
Never use this equipment if you are ill, feeling
tired, or under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
This equipment should only be used by a competent
person who has read and understood these
instructions.
Never let more than one person onto the steps at any
one time.
Wear sensible clothing and stout, comfortable
footwear offering good grip. If necessary,
wear goggles and gloves.
A hard hat must be worn by everyone in the work
area.
Don’t attempt to use access equipment unless you feel
comfortable working at heights.
Never use step ladders unless there is someone within
ear-shot to summon help, in the event of accident.
Alloy step ladders must not be used for work on
electrical installations.
Never carry equipment while climbing unless you can
do so leaving your hands free, by carrying the
equipment in a shoulder bag. Climb first then haul the
equipment up after you on a rope.
Never use access equipment near over-head or wall
mounted power cables and similar hazards.
Never use the steps in very windy or blustery
conditions.
Note that the steps are designed to provide access for
light maintenance work. Never use them as a work
platform.
Check the equipment’s condition before use. If it shows
signs of damage or excessive wear – notably to feet, rungs
hinged braces, return it to your local HSS Hire
immediately.
Keep your feet in the middle of the steps and climb
gripping the side firmly, with both hands.
Always climb on the outer face, never on the underside.
Never lean to far to one side to reach. Move the steps as
necessary.
Never do anything that involves applying a lot of force.
The steps could topple over.
Always set the steps up on a firm, level, non-slip surface.
On soft ground, stand the steps on boards to stop it
sinking in.
GENERAL SAFETY
GETTING STARTED
Make sure they are fully open. Never use them partly
open.
Alloy steps have a hinged brace fitted between the two
sections (see image) and must be pushed flat before use.
Never push the equipment beyond its design limits. If it
will not do what you with reasonable ease, assume you
have the wrong equipment for the job. Contact your local
HSS Hire for advice.
Keep the equipment clean, you will find it less of a chore
if you clean it regularly rather than at the end of the hire
period.
When not in use, store the equipment somewhere clean,
dry and safe from thieves.
Transport the steps in the closed position. If
transporting on a roof rack, tie down securely.
FINISHING OFF
EQUIPMENT CARE
Ladder Safety
The maximum safe working load is 130KG, the total
weight of the user and tools must not exceed this.
Never use the steps in the closed position acting as a
ladder or as a ramp with boards. Never use the steps
for work which requires both hands.
Never stand on the top rung, either use a taller set or
use an access tower.
When moving to a new site, carry the steps with care.

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Petrol Di Diesel
Ro
Read OPS Guide Ou Outdoor Use only Hl Heavy Lifting Cd
Check Oil daily
Cc
Cleaning Charge Rc Repair Charge
Know Your Symbols
Correct PPE
must be worn
General use PPE / Warning
Fuel and Supply Types
Safe Procedures
Return Responsibility
Clearly marked minimum PPE
will be visible on all equipment,
All hirers must understand and
respect the safe procedures
of all equipment.
It is the responsibility of the hirer
to maintain and return the
equipment in a clean condition
and good working order.
Charges apply to equipment
returned dirty and damaged.
HSS have created clear Icons to inform the hirer of
their responsibilities towards the safe use of hire equipment.
These are designed to reduce the amount of different safety
information labels required for each product for hire.
Danger
Electric shock
2t
2 - Stroke Petrol
Cf
Check Fuel daily
Cw
Check Water daily
Ea
Must be Earthed
Class 1
Doi
Double Insulated
Class 2
21
Swl
Refer to Data Plate
SWL
V
Check Power
Voltage Data Plate
V
Danger
Rotating blade Danger Hot exhaust
HAV
Hand Arm Vibration
Caution
Abrasive Wheel Caution Finger trap
El
Electric
Electrical Safety
Safe wiring procedures. Enl
Earth Live Neutral
Wire Coding
E
N
L
!
PPE
Bc
Battery Care Sh
Safe Height
Working
Pe
Petrol Di Diesel
Ro
Read OPS Guide Ou Outdoor Use only Hl Heavy Lifting Cd
Check Oil daily
Cc
Cleaning Charge Rc Repair Charge
Know Your Symbols
Correct PPE
must be worn
General use PPE / Warning
Fuel and Supply Types
Safe Procedures
Return Responsibility
Clearly marked minimum PPE
will be visible on all equipment,
All hirers must understand and
respect the safe procedures
of all equipment.
It is the responsibility of the hirer
to maintain and return the
equipment in a clean condition
and good working order.
Charges apply to equipment
returned dirty and damaged.
HSS have created clear Icons to inform the hirer of
their responsibilities towards the safe use of hire equipment.
These are designed to reduce the amount of different safety
information labels required for each product for hire.
Danger
Electric shock
2t
2 - Stroke Petrol
Cf
Check Fuel daily
Cw
Check Water daily
Ea
Must be Earthed
Class 1
Doi
Double Insulated
Class 2
21
Swl
Refer to Data Plate
SWL
V
Check Power
Voltage Data Plate
V
Danger
Rotating blade Danger Hot exhaust
HAV
Hand Arm Vibration
Caution
Abrasive Wheel Caution Finger trap
El
Electric
Electrical Safety
Safe wiring procedures. Enl
Earth Live Neutral
Wire Coding
E
N
L
!
PPE
Bc
Battery Care Sh
Safe Height
Working