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EN 131 - UK Ladder Standards
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There were 3 standards for ladders in the UK:
• EN131 is for trade and light industrial use.
• BS2037/BS1129 Class 1 are for heavy duty and industrial use.
• BS2037/BS1129 Class 3 is for domestic use.
• EN131 Professional
• EN131 Non-Professional
There are separate requirements for stepstools (EN14183), loft ladders (EN14975), telescopic ladders (EN131-6), mobile ladder with platform (EN131-7) and single or multiple joint ladders (EN131-4).
The UK has differed from other European countries with a standard specific to ladders intended for domestic use (BS2037:1994 class 3) and with the proposed introduction of the new EN131 this domestic standard will be withdrawn. BS2037/BS1129 Class 1 for heavy duty and industrial use will also be withdrawn.
Telescopic Ladders – The current applicable standard is EN131 part 6 (2015). This is under review and amendments to bring it in line with testing requirements in EN131 part 2 are anticipated before the end of 2018.
Will the introduction of the new harmonised EN131 affect the range and availability of products in the UK?
Yes, the domestic use (Class 3) range and products will be withdrawn and replaced by the new EN131 Non-Professional rating and the industrial Use (Class 1) range and products will be withdrawn and replaced by the new EN131 Professional rating.
Will the compliance be optional?
What are the main differences between EN131 and BS 2037?
There are three main parts to the new standard: Part 1 - Terms, Types & Functional sizes, Part 2 - Testing and Part 3 - Marking & User Instructions. Parts 1 & 2 were introduced in January 2018 with a year for manufacturers to transition to the new standard, before the January 2019 deadline. Part 3 has been released early 2018.
Products will need to be independently tested and certified for compliance and labelled with the new EN131 standard.
EN131 - A Guide to UK Ladder Standards
Ladder Association - Guide to Changes in Ladder Standards