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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.
Why HVAC Techs Hate Alternating Tread Stairs—And What Architects Should Use Instead
Alternating tread stairs might save space, but HVAC techs find them unsafe and frustrating. Here’s why they don’t work—and what to spec instead for safer roof and platform access.
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.
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