When transferring from a ladder to a roof, from which part of the ladder should you transfer?

• A. Side
• B. Top
• C. Bottom
• D. Rung

Answer: (A)

Transferring from the side of the ladder keeps your body aligned with the ladder rails and lets you maintain three points of contact as you move onto the roof. By stepping off sideways, you can control your center of gravity, keep your footing on a stable surface, and have a hand ready to grab the roof edge as soon as your feet land. Stepping from the top or from a rung can put you in an unstable position—reaching beyond the ladder or committing to a final step without solid support—which increases the chance of slipping or tipping. The bottom isn’t the direction you’re moving toward, so a side transfer is the safest, most controllable way to reach the roof.