PITTSBURGH (August 11, 2020) … When using a ladder, whether you are a professional roofer or an everyday homeowner, safety should always be the first step. Losing one’s footing is a common accident ...

A friend of mine recently related the story of a relative who fell from a ladder while cleaning gutters. Two shattered ankles later, the person is now unable to work due to debilitating injuries. With ...

Using a ladder may seem pretty straightforward but these useful tools are actually far more dangerous than you might think.

Before you carry a ladder to the point of work or load it onto the service truck, visually inspect it. Remove any slipping hazards such as mud on the rungs or grease on the rails. Look carefully for ...

Due to recent events, I thought it would be a good time to remind you about ladder safety. The lights are up, but soon you will be taking them down and the weather may not be as cooperative as it has ...

Working Concepts, Inc., designed the Stop-a-Ladder (NPR 6-2020) safety accessory to keep extension ladders from slipping out from underneath workers while on synthetic decking. "It is easy to use, ...

When using a ladder, whether you are a professional roofer or an everyday homeowner, safety should always be the first step. There is an estimated $24 billion annual cost of ladder injuries in the U.S ...

Due to recent events, I thought it would be a good time to remind you about ladder safety. The lights are up, but soon you will be taking them down and the weather may not be as cooperative as it has ...