# The Work at Height Regulations 2005, Paragraph 6


A ladder used for access shall be long enough to protrude sufficiently above the place of landing to which it provides access, unless other measures have been taken to ensure a firm handhold.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2005/735/schedule/6/paragraph/6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/work-at-height-regulations-2005/schedule-6/paragraph-6
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