Getting On And Off A Ladder Roof

Use a rope to secure the ladder when bungee cords aren t available.

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. Throw rope with at. To get back onto the ladder hold it and swing a leg onto the rung while facing the roof. 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. What this will do is elevate the leg up to the same level as the other one. This will reduce the risk of your ladder slipping and you falling off your roof and getting injured. You have to place it under the leg on the ladder which is on the lower side of the roof.

Slowly raise the ladder with crate attached to the roof just above the gutter. When on a roof you need to wear a harness connected to a securely anchored safety rope. The crate will sit flat on the roof no matter what pitch making the ladder more stable also. Remember it should extend at least 3 feet above the roof s edge.

This video explains how to safely get on to and off of roof safely from an extension ladder. Never step up and over the top of the ladder. Tie rope to a structural part of house or a tree. The ladders don t have to be elaborate.

To access a roof you ll need an extension ladder. Enlist the aid of a helper when you carry and set up a heavy ladder. Stay well away from power lines and don t put ladder across. Hold the ladder securely with both hands and swing one leg around to step off onto the roof.

Caulk the nail holes left by the foot board to avoid roof leaks. Never step over the top rung or attempt to go down with your back to the ladder.