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BG BAU financing for ladders

Prioritising safety brings rewards: claim subsidies now.

BG BAU members (German Construction Industry Employers' Liability Insurance Association) listen up: you can now benefit from attractive subsidies when purchasing HAILO Master ladders. BG BAU provides financial assistance to companies which invest in safe, ergonomic work equipment, covering up to 50 percent of acquisition costs. This way, you not only avoid accidents but also save money when purchasing new, safe steps and ladders.

The benefits of BG BAU financing for ladders

  • Save up to 50 percent thanks to BG BAU subsidies
  • Greater work safety for your employees
  • Less risk of an accident and thus fewer absences
  • Increase in productivity thanks to safer, more ergonomic work practices
  • Quick, easy application, subsidy often rapidly conceded after just a few days

A subsidy is available for these ladders

TRBS 2121-2
HAILO Master P80
Aluminium platform ladder
5 Steps

€799.00*
TRBS 2121-2
HAILO Master D80
Aluminium double-sided folding step
2 x 2 - 2 x 3 Steps

from €199.00*
TRBS 2121-2
HAILO Master D70
Aluminium double-sided folding step
2 x 2 - 2 x 3 Steps

from €119.00*
( 17 )
HAILO D60 StandardLine
Double-sided aluminium folding steps
2 x 2 - 2 x 3 Steps

from €74.99*
( 51 )
HAILO K70 StandardLine
Aluminium folding step
2-3 Steps

from €69.98*

Note: Please take into account that only the 5- and 6-step versions of the HAILO Master P80 ladder series are eligible for funding by BG BAU.

How to apply for your BG BAU subsidy for ladders

  1. Buy ladders that qualify for subsidies
    Select a HAILO Master ladder which meets the BG BAU requirements. You will find all the ladders that qualify for subsidies on this page.
  2. Submit the subsidy application to BG BAU
    To do so, complete the application for a work safety subsidy at https://online-antwort.meine.bgbau.de/formular-online-ausfuellen/T0060 (in German). Also upload all required documentation such as invoices here.
  3. Send application
  4. Receive the subsidy
    BG BAU will transfer the subsidy amount to your account.

Ladders that qualify for a subsidy

A folding step is standing in a production hall.

Folding steps

Folding steps subsidised by BG BAU must feature the following characteristics:

  • Compliance with EN 14183 requirements
  • Adequately large tread
  • Lockable spreaders
  • Min. step width: 80 mm
  • Max. standing height: 1 m
A lightweight platform ladder is in a warehouse.

Light platform ladders

The following characteristics are relevant for the BG BAU subsidy for lightweight platform ladders:

  • Compliance with EN 131-1.2 requirements
  • Max. 6 steps (including platform)
  • Min. step width: 80 mm
  • Min. platform size: 360 × 360 mm
  • Handrails on both sides
  • The ladder rungs and handrails must form a three-sided safety enclosure with a horizontal connecting part and extend approximately 1,000 mm above the platform.
  • Max. total length (when folded together): 2,750 mm
  • Tension-resistant spreader
  • Max. weight: 15 kg

Frequently asked questions

All companies insured by BG BAU and self-employed craftsmen in construction and related trades.
No, the subsidy is intended solely for member companies and individuals insured by BG BAU. Private individuals are not eligible to apply.
BG BAU covers up to 50% of the acquisition costs, although there is a fixed maximum subsidy amount. You will find more information here (in German).
Yes, BG BAU allocates annual budgets to each company based on their contribution category. Once the budget is used up, they cannot apply for more subsidies in the current year.
Yes, only newly purchased ladders that meet the technical requirements qualify for a subsidy. Used or self-made ladders do not qualify for a subsidy.

Discover HAILO Master ladders now

With the HAILO Master, we’ve developed a ladder series that delivers precisely what true professionals expect from steps and ladders: high load capacity, exceptional quality and a long service life as well as absolute safety you can rely on.