According to the American Ladder Institute’s 2024 Ladder Safety Training and Citations Report, the most common causes of injury involving ladders were incorrect ladder setup and using the incorrect ladder for a job. Ensuring customers have the correct ladder for their painting project and safety measures in place is essential for professionals and DIYers alike. On the heels of Ladder Safety Month in March, Paint & Decorating Retailer recommends these products to keep your ladder-using customers safe.

Safety Ladders

The 5 Step Rolling Safety Ladder from Uline is made with four 4-inch diameter casters, two that are swivel and two that are rigid. The ladder has automatic wheel locks that lock in place when stepping on the first step. 

Global Industrial’s Guardian Fall Protection Safe-T™ ladder extension system attaches to the top of a ladder and is designed to provide a safe transition from a ladder to a raised surface. The system includes two handrails that offer a walkthrough point to step on or off the ladder, a safety latch that prevents the extension from slipping off the ladder and cushioned bumper pads to help protect roofs.

Ladder Locks and Stoppers

This ladder lock from Grainger includes a cable hook and V-rung stabilizers that add stability when leaned against irregular surfaces. Made with a load capacity of up to 250 pounds, this steel ladder lock connects with utility wires and cables to prevent slipping.

First Place Supply Inc.’s Stop-A-Ladder ladder stopper prevents extension ladders from slipping on slick surfaces. The stopper features small suction cups made of foam that grip surfaces, is lightweight, includes an adjustable strap for easy ladder movement and works on all smooth surfaces, even when wet.

Ladder Cable Systems

The Safewaze EVO Detachable Cable Sleeve from Fall Protection Pros is a cable system that works with ⅜-inch cable ladder systems and automatically follows the ladder user closely while offering one-handed use. Made of corrosion-resistant and lightweight materials, the cable sleeve can hold up to 420 pounds and prevents injury with its inertia and cam locking system.

Safe Keeper Fall Protection’s Safe Climber™ cable ladder safety system is made of stainless steel and easily integrates with any fixed ladder. The system includes a shock absorber and the vertical anchorage line mounts to a ladder without mounting brackets.