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Babcock-Davis Ladder Safety Post, 42 in. Extension, Safety Yellow, Spring-Assisted Telescoping
Regular price $635.00Babcock-Davis Ladder Safety Post, 42 in. Extension, Safety Yellow, Spring-Assisted Telescoping
The Babcock-Davis Ladder Safety Post extends 42 in. above a landing platform to provide safe ladder access through a roof hatch or floor door. This spring-assisted telescoping post mounts to the top two rungs of a fixed vertical ladder and is finished in safety yellow. One post per order.
Key Features:
- OSHA-compliant height: Extends 42 in. above the landing platform in compliance with OSHA.
- Spring-assisted operation: Spring-assisted telescoping design makes raising and lowering easy.
- Hatch access: Provides safe ladder access through a roof hatch or floor door.
- Ladder mounted: Mounts to the top two rungs of a fixed vertical ladder.
- High-visibility finish: Safety yellow color for easy identification.
- Safe access: Helps users maintain three points of contact when transitioning through the hatch.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Babcock-Davis |
| Sell unit | 1 post |
| Product line | Babcock-Davis Ladder Safety Post |
| Available colors | ['Safety Yellow'] |
| Available sizes | ['42"'] |
| Height | Extends 42 in. above landing platform |
| Color / finish | Safety yellow |
| Assembly | Mounts to the top two rungs of a fixed vertical ladder |
| Intended use | Safe ladder access through roof hatches and floor doors |
| Compliance | Designed in compliance with OSHA |
Fit and Compatibility:
Designed to mount to the top two rungs of a fixed vertical ladder, including ladders serving Babcock-Davis roof hatches and floor doors. Confirm ladder rung dimensions and hatch configuration before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is included?
A: One spring-assisted telescoping ladder safety post in safety yellow; mounting hardware attaches it to the top two ladder rungs.
Q: How high does it extend?
A: It extends 42 in. above the landing platform, meeting OSHA requirements for ladder access.
Q: How is it installed?
A: It mounts to the top two rungs of a fixed vertical ladder; the spring-assisted telescoping design raises with the user and stows when not in use.
Q: Will it fit my roof hatch?
A: It is designed for safe access through roof hatches and floor doors; verify your ladder is a fixed vertical ladder compatible with top-rung mounting.
Q: Is it OSHA compliant?
A: The manufacturer states it is designed in compliance with OSHA to extend 42 in. above a landing platform.
Q: What color is it?
A: Safety yellow.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
A safety post is the simplest way to bring fixed-ladder hatch access up to OSHA expectations for grab-bar height. Install it on the ladder before setting the hatch so mounting hardware can be secured solidly to the top rungs. Choose safety yellow so the post is obvious to anyone approaching the opening.
Verify the post is securely fastened to the ladder rungs and test the spring assist before each use; follow OSHA ladder access requirements.
Add the Babcock-Davis Ladder Safety Post to your roof hatch for OSHA-compliant ladder access.
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