Exterior Roof Ladder With Cage

Available in 10 through 29 sizes and ideal for hatchway or side step landing access.

Exterior roof ladder with cage. Whether it s an access ladder model that s caged or uncaged we have what you re looking for. If you are wondering when a fixed ladder requires fall protection which forms of ladder fall protection are osha compliant or if ladder cages still comply with osha s revised ruling we have just the post for you. Cages cannot be installed as viable fall protection. Alaco exterior roof access ladders feature a standard mill finish and are also an excellent choice for chimneys towers vats refineries and other industrial applications.

Made of the same aircraft grade aluminum alloy as the ladders themselves cages use 1 4 x 2 hoops riveted to seven 3 16 x 1 1 2 vertical bars for optimal structural stability. All 24 feet tall fixed ladders installed or replaced at this time must have compliant fall protection. Fixed ladders must be provided with cages wells ladder safety devices or self retracting lifelines where the length of climb is less than 24 feet 7 3 m but the top of the. View system benefits and features of this fixed ladder system or download brochures and drawings.

The dates you need to remember are. Custom made ladder brackets are also available to fit unusual wall surfaces or configurations. Cages have flared bottom opening for easy entry. Cages must extend 42 inches above the top of the landing.

Fixed ladders without cages or wells must have at least a 15 inch 38 cm clearance width to the nearest permanent object on each side of the centerline of the ladder. Alaco cages for fixed access ladders offer added safety for climbs higher than 20 feet. Standard fixed steel ladders are combined with safety cage protection. The new osha general industry fall protection regulations that went into effect in 2017 are prompting a slew of questions on fixed ladders.

Katt fixed access ladders for all roof access needs. The aluminum ladders can be used for roof access and other fixed access ladder applications. Industrial ladder applications range from exterior roof access on buildings interior access to roof hatches and platforms to complex systems on large structures such as grain silos or bridges. Standard cage is.

The requirement for a cage comes when you have a fixed ladder longer than 20 feet. Lightweight and modular fixed commercial ladders are available with a directional platform ladder cage and door. Constructed with lightweight corrosion resistant low maintenance aluminum and heavy duty stainless steel hardware these interior or exterior roof access ladders are designed for maximum climbing comfort and user safety. A ladder cage is required when the length of climb is 20 ft and greater above floor level.

Here are the basics of the requirements.