BS EN 131-6:2019

What is BS EN 131-6 - Design features for telescopic ladders about?

BS EN 131-6 specifies the general design features, requirements, and test methods and defines terms for leaning and standing telescopic ladders.

Note 1: Ladders with extension elements are not covered by this part of EN 131.

Note 2: BS EN 131-6 is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 131-1, EN 131-2, EN 131-3 and if applicable EN 131-4.

Who is BS EN 131-6 - Design features for telescopic ladders for?

BS EN 131-6 on telescopic ladders applies to:

• Laboratories testing safety requirements of the telescoping ladder
• Telescopic ladder users
• Telescopic ladder Manufacturers

Why should you use BS EN 131-6 - Design features for telescopic ladders?

BS EN 131-6 specifies the general design features, requirements, and test methods for effective building of telescopic ladders. It provides manufacturers for manufacturing telescopic ladders as per the standard guidelines that guarantees the protection, smooth functioning, and reliability of the ladder.

BS EN 131-6 specifies the durability test to ensure that the ladder can withstand the heavy-duty action and continue to perform effectively.  This ensures the safety of the end-user preventing accidents.

What’s changed since the last update?

BS EN 131-6:2019 supersedes BS EN 131‑6:2015, which is withdrawn.

In comparison with the previous edition, following technical modifications have been made:

• Strength test in position of use
• Durability test for the complete ladder added
• Asymmetrical bending test added
• Requirements specified in more detail and aligned with the EN 131 series