The right trestle and plank for the job

1. Inspect upon receipt and before use. Never climb or work on damaged, bent or cracked trestles.  All working parts must be in good working order.
2. Make sure rungs are free from welding cracks and that nuts and bolts are tight. Use rust preventive oil on hinge nuts and bolts.
3. Keep trestles clean, free from grease, oil, mud, snow, wet paint, cement and any other slippery materials.
4. Keep your shoes clean. Leather shoes should not be used.
5. Never make temporary repairs to damaged parts.
6. Destroy any trestle or plank exposed to fire or chemical corrosion.

1. DANGER!  Aluminium trestles conduct electricity. Do not allow trestles to come into contact with live electrical wires.
2. Trestle ladders should only be used in the fully open position.
3. Place on firm level surface with secure footing. Do not use on slippery surfaces.
4. Do not place on a scaffold to gain extra height. Use trestle feet adjusters for uneven ground only.
5. Do not use above 2 metres. A maximum span of 5.5 metres is accepted if two aluminium planks are tied together.
6. If trestle systems are used on soft ground, use suitable sole plates. Do not use bricks, concrete blocks or any type of off-cuts.
7. Allowable overhang on plank platforms is from 250mm to 300mm maximum.
8. Adjust feet to suit ground level conditions.

1. Do not use trestles if you are subject to fainting spells, on medication, under the influence of alcohol, physically impaired or tire easily.
2. To protect children, do not leave trestles set up and unattended.
3. Make sure trestles are in fully opened position.
4. Face trestle when climbing up or down and keep body centered between rails
5. Maintain a firm grip – use both hands when climbing up or down.
6. Do not use trestles in high winds.
7. Only re-adjust a trestle while standing on the floor or ground.
8. Do not over reach – move trestles when needed.
9. Do not overload.
10. Keep trestles and platforms as close as is practical to work area.

1. Store trestles and planks in a safe and dry place.
2. Check hinge nuts and bolts when setting up.
3. Check guard rail springs, pins and graspers for damage or wear.
4. Styles or rungs must be scrapped if their surface is kinked or severely bent
5. Working platforms should be maintained in a tidy condition. Any build up of material debris should be removed.