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What Rating?

Ladders should be designed to Standards. This classifies the ladder according to the type of use and loading levels it is capable of withstanding. Consider carefully all these factors before choosing. If in doubt, select the stronger product.
Main classification are as follows:
Stepladders / 3 Ways / Combination / Extension Ladders
BS 2037 Class 1
Heavy Duty.
Max. vertical static load 175kg(27.5st)
Duty Rating 130kgs(20.4st) max.
BS EN 131
Light Trade /DIY
Max. vertical static load 150kg(23.6st)
(Replaced previous BS 2037 Class 2 in November 1995
BS 2037 Class 3
Domestic / DIY only
Max. vertical static load 125kg(19.5st)
Duty Rating 95kgs(15st) max.
Step Stools
BS 7377 Class G
General domestic/light commercial
Duty Rating 100kgs(15.8st) max.
Loft Ladders
BS 7553 Class H
Heavy Duty
Duty Rating 150kgs (23.6st) max.
BS 7553 Class G
General Duty
Duty Rating 100kgs (15.8st) max.

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