How To Walk On A Steep Roof Safely

For extension ladders the top extension section should overlap the bottom section.

How to walk on a steep roof safely.

Use a sturdy extension ladder that extends at least 3 feet above the eaves to climb onto the roof and secure the bottom to the foundation and the top to the eaves or fascia so it doesn t move. If you need tools use a rope to hoist them up in a bucket once you are safely on the roof. 1 wear safety gear on steep roofs one of the biggest risks of steep inclines is that a small slip if not arrested quickly can turn into a fall off the roof. Crouch down slightly to walk down a metal roof safely.

Lean your body forward toward the top of the roof to help maintain your balance. Walk up or down a slightly inclined roof by walking as you would on the ground but slowly. The ladder should lean at about a 75 degree angle. As you advance toward the top of the roof take it one slow step a time.

The steeper the metal roof the more you ll need to lean over. Walk up a roof and lean your body over towards the roof to help maintain your balance. You can safely walk on a steep roof to conduct repairs replace tiles or clean your gutters. Place the ladder on level ground away from the house s wall about one quarter the distance from the ground to the roof edge.

However it is imperative to use the right equipment and follow safety guidelines. To avoid a potentially catastrophic accident there are 5 measures you can follow to maximize your safety while walking your roof.