Is a person able to stand on the top "platform" step safely?
880283
Yes, on the platform step but not on the very top step. This latter is light weight and easy for me to handle.
880284
Yes, on the platform step but not on the very top step. This latter is light weight and easy for me to handle. If it wobbles then something is wrong. Both of mine are very sturdy and do not wobble. I feel comfortable that I can reach for the top step for balance.
880285
I have, and it seems to be safe enough, you should though, take into consideration the weight limits in the spec's if it is shown in them.This has been a really handy ladder, which I have used a lot since I purchased it.
880286
You can safely stand on the platform step but not on the very top of the ladder. It is designed with a space for holding items like a hammer or light bulb while you are working but it is not a solid step
332916
I have one installed. I never thought about stepping on it until this question, so off I went into the area of the basement that nobody goes into to give it a test. In my installation, it's not particularly easy to step on due to the pipe placement, but I did manage it. It flexed as I did so and doesn't feel particularly safe, I wouldn't advise it for more than an accidental step while working on other equipment in the area. I wouldn't ever install it in a place where I would step on normally or with any frequency.
2200263
Only if the ladder is mounted under the platform. However, all the stress and weight of the person would then be placed on the nuts and bolts insead of the ladder lever and platform. It is best for the ladder to be installed on top like it was meant to be.
2124268
Yes. I think so. It's not too high. It has nonslip rubber on top and on the feet and its very sturdy. also lightweight and easily moved around.
680938
Yes, The large platform at the third level is made to stand on comfortably. the narrow item on the 4th level is a tool tray which probably couldn't support more than 20 pounds and would be very unstable. There is a label hidden under the bottom step that claims the ladder has a "Working load of 225 lbs".
702890
I would say yes, provided the steps are not too steep for you or too long for the ramp to span.
1155703
Yes it can. I have difficulty rising & I bought this to allow me to have other seating arrangements. Also, being portable it can go with me & I don't have to worry about getting "stuck" and not being able to rise.
1431140
yes, if secured properly- i have used it to hold on to and pull myself up , with assist from the rear step. there is room under the rack for you to place your foot while climbimg over or stepping to the side as i do on my Kawasaki
1064978
03-12-2015 17:28I'm 6'.2" tall over 200lb, when I stand on the platform the top rail it is high enough for me to pull my self up, the tray will hold my tools/ small fitting.Sometimes I need to be higher so I stand on my toes just to reach where I need to be. I feel perfectly comfortable & best of all it is supper LIGHT!!!!Horst
266931
The answer to your question is yes. you can have the feet up without having the back down.
25337
Yes, this step stool is very sturdy. I feel very safe and confident to stand on it independently.
2260894
About 30-31 inches...you can definitely stand on the top step; it is very sturdy.
428236
Almost not at all. I just tested it right now to be sure. I could probably stand on it and not be worried.
513875
The steps are high. I would not recommend it for an older person with limited mobility.
1676318
It has a wide base so it is quite stable. I would be more concerned about the child falling if they stood up.
1754854
Stand on? Probably a large child could do so. But I definitely wouldn't jump on it. The platform that the bed rests on is made of slats... about 2-3" wide slats. Not quite an inch thick if I recall. Still, if one breaks, it should be easily replaceable.
2040296
not really high. I can't use it because my step is higher than it will adjust to.