Steep Roof Working Platform

To give the platform traction on the steep roof we attached two strips of self adhesive weatherstrip to the underside.

Steep roof working platform.

The best ladder tool you can buy. Tool to fasten ladders to roofs to make steep roof accessible. Pitched roofs are there for a reason they help the flow of rainwater and even snow to move away from the roof. Some roofs are so high and so steep that even working from scaffolding can be dangerous.

The biggest concern for any adjuster is roof safety. I recommend the hipplock to anyone that gets on 2 story and steep roofs. Otherwise it would settle in a puddle. The notched panels show how it is secured to the ladder rung.

The platform provides multiple points of contact for roof operations and the holes provide options to place your boot or hang the tools. 4 the five inch edge provides a more secure foothold and reduces the angle and stress placed on your ankles while working on steep pitched roofs. Osha defines a steep roof as any roof with a rise run ratio over 4 12 18 43 degrees. How to work on a steep roof.

Over time these puddles can cause rot mildew and other issues. Always use roof safety equipment when working on a roof. The steepness of the roof will not allow the ladder to stay on straight rather it will be slanted which in turn would increase your risk of falling off. In this roofing video we show how to use a hook ladder to safely work on a ste.

Working platform for roof shingle installation. The main issue with the ladder and the roof comes up is the surface is sloped or steep. We made ours of half inch plywood with a lip around the top. If every roof was flat there d be a lot more leaks and water damage.

Architecturally described as a dramatic pitch the extremely steep roof esr is. This device keeps you firmly anchored on steep and high roofs allows you to get more done without additional help. Wet weather and damaged materials or tools can delay work but avoidable. A roofing harness provides the extra security you need when working on such a roof.

How to work on a steep roof the benefits of pitched roofs. Create a triangular platform with an angle opposite the roof a bevel gauge and level will show you what the level needs to be. You will have difficulties to place and secure the ladder on the roof.