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sports climbingHow should straight and extension ladders be stored?
Consequently, how are ladders supposed to be stored?
Ladders should be stored horizontally on racks with an adequate number of support points. Ladders should not be stored near heat sources or near dampness or in the sunlight or in any other condition that may damage the ladder. Ladders should be annually inspected by a 'Competent' person.
Thereof, can ladders be stored standing up?
When storing portable step ladders, make sure they are folded shut and secured in an upright position so they do not sag or twist. Portable extension ladders should be stored so they will remain flat and evenly supported. Do not use a stored ladder to hang tools and equipment.
When placing your ladder, remember the four-to-one rule: for every four feet of height you have to climb, move the base one foot away from the wall.