UK firefighters have been ordered to stop using ladders.
Officials at Humberside Fire and Rescue Service have banned staff from using household ladders to fit fire alarms, in case they fall.
Bosses say using equipment borrowed from householders is breaking new health and safety laws.
One firefighter told Britain’s The Sun newspaper: "Going up ladders is second nature to us. It's crazy. We're more at risk decorating at home." Another said: "Where will this end? Will we still be able to carry a rescued person down a ladder or enter a burning building without health and safety on our back?"