LadderPort Ladder Receiver: How It Meets OSHA 1910 Requirements

Facility managers and safety professionals know that OSHA compliance isn’t optional—it’s essential. When it comes to ladder safety, the requirements are clear. OSHA 1910 sets strict rules for portable ladder use, top support, fall protection, and training.

The LadderPort Ladder Receiver is designed to directly support these compliance needs with a fixed, engineered solution for portable ladder access. Here’s how it aligns with five key OSHA 1910 standards.

1. Prevents Ladder Displacement

OSHA 1910.23(c)(4)

Requirement: Portable ladders must be placed on stable and level surfaces and secured to prevent accidental displacement.

LadderPort Solution: The Ladder Receiver creates a rigid upper anchor point, securing the ladder at its most vulnerable location—the top. By stabilizing both side rails, it prevents kick-out, sliding, or shifting during use.

2. Supports Both Ladder Rails

OSHA 1910.23(c)(10)

Requirement: Non–self-supporting ladders must rest on surfaces that support both side rails unless using a single-rail support attachment.

LadderPort Solution: The receiver’s  design provides even, stable support for both rails. It prevents resting ladders on fragile surfaces like gutters or trim—common causes of instability and tipping.

3. Provides OSHA-Compliant Access Height or Tie-Off

OSHA 1910.23(c)(11)

Requirement: Ladders accessing an upper landing must extend 3 feet above the landing or be secured with a graspable handhold.

LadderPort Solution: The Ladder Receiver functions as a built-in handhold. This satisfies OSHA’s 3-foot above the roofline rule.

4. Reduces Risk Near Roof Edges

OSHA 1910.28(b)(13)

Requirement: Workers near unprotected roof edges must use guardrails, PFAS, or other fall protection systems, unless work is temporary and infrequent.

LadderPort Solution: While not a fall protection system itself, the Ladder Receiver creates a secure step-through point onto the roof. This reduces slip and overreach risks during transitions—a critical safety enhancement at the roof edge.

5. Simplifies Training and Inspection Compliance

OSHA 1910.30(a)

Requirement: Employers must train workers to recognize hazards and use fall protection equipment properly.

LadderPort Solution: The Receiver provides a consistent access setup, simplifying training and inspections. It becomes a repeatable element in SOPs and safety checklists, making compliance easier to standardize and enforce.

Summary of Compliance Advantages

OSHA Code	Requirement	LadderPort Contribution
1910.23(c)(4)	Prevent ladder movement	Receiver anchors ladder top to prevent displacement
1910.23(c)(10)	Support both side rails	Receiver provides full, stable contact for both rails
1910.23(c)(11)	3-ft extension or secure + handhold	Receiver allows secure tie-off and integrated handhold
1910.28(b)(13)	Fall protection at roof edges	Receiver enables safer transition onto elevated surfaces
1910.30(a)	Training and equipment use compliance	Standardized receiver simplifies training and inspections

Safer Access Starts at the Ladder Top

The LadderPort Ladder Receiver supports multiple OSHA 1910 requirements in a single, purpose-built device. It’s not just about ladder access—it’s about creating a safer, compliant, and more predictable work environment.

From securing portable ladders and supporting both rails, to simplifying training and enhancing roof transitions, the Ladder Receiver helps reduce risk and support OSHA compliance—without adding complexity.

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