HSE set to launch 2011 Ladder Exchange scheme

The HSE is set to launch the Ladder Exchange scheme for the fifth year running.

The 2011 Ladder Exchange, supported by the Ladder Association and various retailers, will start on 1 September and run until 30 November. During the three-month period, ladder and stepladder users will have the opportunity to exchange damaged or dangerous ladders, at a discount, for new ones.

Since its launch in 2007, the HSE says the Ladder Exchange scheme has resulted in over 8,000 'dodgy ladders' being removed from use.

The HSE says:

“This initiative provides UK businesses with an easy and simple way to replace broken, damaged or bent ladders and trade them in for safe new ones.”

Participating retail outlets are listed on the HSE site. Campaign materials such as a poster and postcard in numerous languages can also be downloaded.