Getting On And Off A Ladder Roof

This video explains how to safely get on to and off of roof safely from an extension ladder.

Getting on and off a ladder roof.

You have to place it under the leg on the ladder which is on the lower side of the roof. Throw rope with at. Caulk the nail holes left by the foot board to avoid roof leaks. What this will do is elevate the leg up to the same level as the other one.

The crate will sit flat on the roof no matter what pitch making the ladder more stable also. Never step over the top rung or attempt to go down with your back to the ladder. So your ladder will not be slanted anymore. To access a roof you ll need an extension ladder.

Instead hold onto the ladder with both hands and step around the ladder and onto the roof. When you get off the roof take the same approach holding onto the ladder and stepping around it instead of over the top. This will reduce the risk of your ladder slipping and you falling off your roof and getting injured. Tie rope to a structural part of house or a tree.

The ladders don t have to be elaborate. Slowly raise the ladder with crate attached to the roof just above the gutter. Use a rope to secure the ladder when bungee cords aren t available. When on a roof you need to wear a harness connected to a securely anchored safety rope.

Stay well away from power lines and don t put ladder across. Never step up and over the top of the ladder. Enlist the aid of a helper when you carry and set up a heavy ladder. The crate will sit directly on the roof keeping the ladder off the gutter preventing contact therefore preventing crushing or bending the gutter.

Remember it should extend at least 3 feet above the roof s edge. Hold the ladder securely with both hands and swing one leg around to step off onto the roof.