# The Construction (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1996, Paragraph 5


Where a ladder or run of ladders rises a vertical distance of 9 metres or more above its base, there shall, where practicable, be provided at suitable intervals sufficient safe landing areas or rest platforms.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1996/1592/schedule/5/paragraph/5 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/construction-health-safety-and-welfare-regulations-1996/schedule-5/paragraph-5
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