Roof Access Ladder Safety

1910 23 d 6 for side step ladders the side rails rungs and steps must be continuous in the extension see figure d 2 of this section.

Roof access ladder safety.

Side rails of through or side step fixed ladders must extend 42 inches 1 1 m above the top level or landing platform served by the ladder. Cage begins 7 from bottom of ladder. Extension posts mount permanently to the top two rungs of any alaco 560 series fixed ladder and 775 series ships ladder providing a positive hand hold that enables users to enter or exit openings in an upright and balanced position. Features hd aluminum construction mill finish.

The exterior ladder system can be seamlessly connected to the non penetrating roofbarrier system providing the highest level of rooftop access safety. See ordering notes in detai. Rope grabs horizontal lifelines may be used on ladders greater than 20 feet in length in lieu of a cage in certain circumstances. Cages have flared bottom opening for easy entry.

29 cfr 1910 27 d 5 states that ladder safety devices i e. Note that the regulation specifically points out tower water tank and chimney ladders as the excepted circumstances. Provides permanent safe exterior roof access. Alaco ladder extension safety posts extension posts provide safer easier access through roof access hatches.

To protect the worker exiting a ladder osha requires a 42 inch high grab bar extension above the access level or landing platform at the top of the ladder. All roof access ladder systems can be equipped with a removable ladder door to protect against unauthorized use providing additional public safety. Parapet ladders must have an access level at the roof if the parapet is cut to permit passage through it. Fixed wall mount ladder w rooftop handrail 5 15 ft alaco 561 roof access wall mount ladder handrail over roof fixed mount exterior grade.

Cages and walk thru handrails extend 42 above landing surface. If the parapet is continuous the access level is the top of the parapet. Designed for safe landing access and available from 10 to 29.