How To Climb Onto A Roof With A Ladder

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

How to climb onto a roof with a ladder.

You should always face the ladder holding onto the rungs while you climb. To climb a ladder safely start by putting the ladder s feet parallel to the wall and on firm level ground. Nail the 2 by 4 lumber to the roof with framing nails. Ask a helper to hold the ladder while you climb.

These are often accompanied by rolling wheels that allow you to push the ladder up the height of the roof. When you do this make sure both the side rails are flat against an even surface at the top of the ladder and there s no wobbling. The lumber provides a ledge to grab onto as you climb onto the roof from the ladder. At this point you can then instruct your soldier to climb onto the roof.

To climb onto the roof you want to run the top of the ladder past the roof so it extends far enough that you can hold on when you step on and off. I d suggest it should be at least 3 feet past the edge of your gutter and 4 feet is better. The first time you climb the ladder secure it with a rope or cord to an anchor point on the roof. Either both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand.

When you reach the edge of the roof grab the top of the. I also have a helper hold onto the bottom of the ladder to stabilize it. This video explains how to safely get on to and off of roof safely from an extension ladder. I don t recommend climbing onto roofs but if you must be sure the top of the ladder extends at least 3 feet above the point of contact.

Always keep three points of contact on the ladder.