Heightwise Blog

When to Use a Platform: Smarter Roof Access Starts Here

Roof edge obstructions, parapets, mid-roof walls, and access control needs all make LadderPort Platforms a smart alternative to fixed ladders.

Fixed Ladder Roof Access Turns HVAC Units Into a Danger Zone

A fixed ladder led to teens trespassing and huffing refrigerant from rooftop HVAC units. Learn how a LadderPort Ladder Receiver could have prevented it.

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How Healthcare Facilities Can Prevent Falls and Unrestricted Roof Access

Healthcare facilities face unique roof access risks. Discover how LadderPort helps prevent falls and restrict unauthorized entry—without disrupting operations.

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The Hidden Hazards of Shared Roof Access: Why Compliance Starts at the Ladder

Shared roof access increases liability. Learn how LadderPort and LadderDock create safer, OSHA-compliant access for buildings with multiple users.

When Fences and Fixed Ladders Fail: A Real Rooftop Risk Story

Fixed ladders aren't always safe enough. Discover how LadderPort ladder receivers offer a smarter, safer alternative for rooftop access in commercial buildings.

Don’t Just Catch Up on Repairs—Reassess Roof Safety While the School Buildings Are Quiet

Summer is the ideal time to evaluate rooftop safety in schools. Learn how LadderPort’s OSHA-compliant access systems improve safety for maintenance staff and deter student access.

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How to Choose the Right Roof Access System for Your Building

Choosing a roof access system isn’t just about ladders — it’s about safety, compliance, and protecting your building. Here’s how to choose the right fit.

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Designing for Total Building Safety: Include Material Lifting in Roof Access Plans

Plan for roof material lifting in your roof access design. Ensure safety and avoid retrofits with OSHA-compliant lifting solutions from LadderPort.

Rethinking Roof Access: Smarter Ladder Solutions for Modern Buildings

Discover why fixed roof ladders may not be the safest or most cost-effective option. Learn how LadderPort’s ladder receivers offer a smarter, OSHA-compliant alternative for modern buildings.

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Critical Factors to Consider When Choosing Fall Protection for Your Roof Hatch

Roof hatches pose serious safety risks when not properly protected. Learn the key OSHA-compliant features to look for in a roof hatch fall protection system—plus what to avoid.

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3 Signs Your Fixed Vertical Roof Ladder Isn’t Doing Its Job

Fixed vertical ladders might look like a permanent solution for rooftop access—but if no one is using them, they’re just creating more risk. Here are three signs your setup needs a rethink.

Rooftop Hatch Grab Bars

Is there anyone that says, “I can’t wait to climb through the roof hatch?” Time and time again, our customers call it the “dreaded black ho

Why Is A Rooftop Safety Initiative Important?

Falls continuously top the OSHA list for death & injuries in the construction and maintenance industries.