On 12 Dec 2004, wrote

Got this form another newsgroup.
It appears that as from next summer it could be illegal to climb a
ladder tp clean windows, gutters, etc.
Details are here.

http://www.hse.gov.uk/consult/condocs/cd192.pdf

Which paragraphs are you talking about in there?

From what I can see, the draft specifically excludes private
householders -- unless acting as an employer and hiring someone like a
tree-trimmer to do work for them -- and whilst it seeks to encourage
other approaches (like pole-cleaning of windows instead of ladder
access), Para 56 implies that ladders will continue to be used. ("The
safety of sole workers who use ladders, such as window-cleaners,
depends significantly on their correct use, and adequate training is
essential" seems obvious rather than overly restrictive to me.)

I figure the basic approach is right: working at height from ladders
should be a last resort rather than a default choice.

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Cheers,
Harvey