Preparing for 2012 Ladder exchange

The Ladder Association, the trade body representing the ladder industry in the UK and Ireland, has assumed responsibility for delivering the annual Ladder Exchange. Since it was launched in 2007, it has been responsible for removing 10,000 broken, bent or damaged ladders from the workplace with the message 'Don't let a dodgy ladder shatter your life'.

Supported by the Ladder Association and its members who have made a firm commitment to work with HSE and the access industry, the Exchange has also contributed to raising awareness and understanding of how to use ladders and stepladders safely. Under the scheme, suspect ladders can be exchanged, at a discount, at participating partners.

The 2012 Ladder Exchange runs from 1 September until 30 November.