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Nationwide ladder inspection

Ladder inspection

Workplace safety often begins with the first step onto a ladder. Many companies focus heavily on electrical safety in accordance with DGUV V3 (formerly BGV A3). Mechanical equipment such as ladders and stepladders are often overlooked in this context. However, defective access equipment is among the most frequent causes of accidents in the workplace.

We close this safety gap for you. Elektroprüfung Guru offers professional ladder testing throughout Germany. Our experts come directly to your business, office, or construction site. We conduct independent and thorough inspections, ensuring you comply with all legal requirements of the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health (BetrSichV) and DGUV regulations.

Why is the inspection of ladders and stepladders mandatory?

Ladders and stepladders are considered work equipment. According to the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health (Betriebssicherheitsverordnung), employers are obligated to provide this equipment safely. Regular inspections protect your employees from falls and injuries. Technical defects such as cracks in the stiles, faulty spreader bars, or worn ladder feet often go unnoticed in daily use. This is precisely where our inspection comes in.

Similar to the DGUV V3 inspection for electrical equipment, the law also mandates regular inspections for ladders. These inspections minimize your liability risk as an employer. In the event of an accident without valid inspection documentation, you face substantial fines and the loss of insurance coverage. We ensure you are legally compliant.

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Our service: Inspection of your climbing equipment throughout Germany

We make it easy for you. You don’t need to ship or transport your ladders. Our inspection team operates with a nationwide network throughout Germany. Whether in Hamburg, Munich, Berlin, or rural areas – we’re there for you.

Your advantages at a glance:

Step 3: Testing (functional test)

We offer fair flat rates or billing per ladder.

Legal certainty:

We conduct our inspections strictly according to DGUV Information 208-016 (formerly BGI 694).

Everything from a single source:

Feel free to combine the appointment with your DGUV inspection for electrical equipment.

Documentation:

You will receive a legally valid test report and the test sticker on the device.

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Ladder inspection procedure: What exactly we do

Our qualified personnel subject every ladder to a thorough visual and functional inspection. This process is similar to the care taken in a DGUV 3 inspection, but focuses on mechanical aspects. We do not check electrical voltages, but rather stability and material condition.

The inspection process comprises the following steps:

  1. Recording: We make an inventory of your ladders and steps (creation of a ladder register).
  2. Visual inspection: We check for damage, deformation, or wear.
  3. Functional test: Joints, spreader locks, and locking devices are tested for smooth operation.
  4. Labeling: If the ladder passes the test, it receives a test sticker.
  5. Recording: You will receive a detailed test report for your records.

If a ladder is defective, it must not be used any further. We mark it clearly and advise you on how to proceed. Repair is often possible, but in severe cases we recommend replacement.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about ladder inspections and DGUV

Here we answer the most important questions about testing your climbing equipment and distinguish it from the electrical DGUV V3 standard.

The inspection intervals are based on the risk assessment. The frequency of use and the stress on the equipment during operation are decisive factors. As a rule of thumb, a professional inspection must be carried out at least once a year. In cases of heavy use, such as on construction sites, shorter intervals are necessary. Are you looking for “DGUV V3 inspection intervals table PDF”? This usually refers to electrical equipment, but there are also corresponding tables for ladders in DGUV Information 208-016.

The terms DGUV V3 (formerly BGV A3) refer specifically to the “Accident Prevention Regulations for Electrical Systems and Equipment.” A DGUV V3 inspection therefore tests drills, computers, or distribution boxes. Ladder inspections are technically separate from this, but are also required by law. In everyday language, many customers refer to all safety inspections collectively as “DGUV inspections.”

Yes. As soon as a ladder is used commercially, it is subject to the Industrial Safety Regulation. This applies to small step ladders in archives as well as large extension ladders in warehouses. Step stools are also included.

The costs depend on the number of ladders and the type. We are happy to offer you attractive bulk pricing. It is particularly cost-effective if you combine the ladder inspection with the DGUV V3 inspection of your portable electrical equipment.

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