A pole grab for use with a ladder, the pole grab including a base unit structured to attach between rails of the ladder such that the base unit can rotate between a stowed position and a deployed position, the base unit including at least one retractable latch mechanisms structured to extend and engage with at least one corresponding receiving point on at least one of the rails of the ladder to prevent rotation of the base unit and to retract and disengage with the at least one corresponding receiving point on the at least one of the rails of the ladder to allow rotation of the base unit, and an arm assembly attached to the base unit and including a pair of arms pivotally attached to corresponding pivot points spaced a predetermined distance apart from each other on the base unit, the pair of arms being structured to pivot between an open position and a closed position.

A mounting bracket for storing large items, such as ladders, off of the ground and on a wall structure. The bracket can store up to three ladders or similar items using a pair of mounting prongs forming a Y-bracket, and a pair of mounting hooks which can receive bungee cords for stretching and connecting around ladder rungs. The bracket can mount to a wall structure by inserting mounting screws through a pair of mounting holes and drilling the mounting screws into the wall or a wall stud.

A guardrail receiver comprises first and second base portions. The first base portion includes a first engaging portion and a first connecting portion, and the second base portion includes a second engaging portion and a second connecting portion. A female connector is operatively connected to one of the first base portion or the second base portion, and a male connector is operatively connected to one of the first base portion or the second base portion. The female and male connectors are configured and arranged to be operatively connected to a variety of safety devices selected from a group consisting of a guardrail leg and a ladder rail, wherein during use one of the female and male connectors is used with one of the guardrail leg or the ladder rail.

A pole grab for use with a ladder, the pole grab including a base unit structured to attach between rails of the ladder such that the base unit can rotate between a stowed position and a deployed position, the base unit including at least one retractable latch mechanisms structured to extend and engage with at least one corresponding receiving point on at least one of the rails of the ladder to prevent rotation of the base unit and to retract and disengage with the at least one corresponding receiving point on the at least one of the rails of the ladder to allow rotation of the base unit, and an arm assembly attached to the base unit and including a pair of arms pivotally attached to corresponding pivot points spaced a predetermined distance apart from each other on the base unit, the pair of arms being structured to pivot between an open position and a closed position.

An equipment tower having a ladder formed of a plurality of ladder segments each joined to a respective tower segment by a pivotal connection prior to the tower segments being stacked during erection of the tower. The pivotal connection provides a degree of freedom of movement which facilitates the interconnection of adjoining ends of the ladder segments after stacking of the tower segments. Additional accommodation of as-built spacing of the adjacent ends of the ladder segments may be provided by a connecting segment. The pivotal connection may be a rod inserted through a rung of the ladder and supported by a support assembly attached to the tower segment.

A standoff device for an extension ladder for secure support against square or rounded surfaces. The device includes a pair of reinforced brackets with a thin, strong blade for reversible insertion into a wooden pole. The brackets are adjustable within the width of the ladder. Lag screw means are provided for securing the standoff device to the support surface. A universal attachment allows quick and easy attachment and removal of the standoff device for an extension ladder. The standoff device may be adjusted between use and storage positions.

A selectively adjustable and lockable utility mount is used to mount a device to a stable structure. The utility mount includes a hydraulic lock that applies the locking force that maintains the locked condition of the utility mount. Mounting brackets for utility mounts have spaced-apart mount elements that engage a surface of a stable structure. Some configurations of mounting bracket include mount elements that are movable between stored conditions and deployed conditions. The stored conditions reduce the size of the device to make it more convenient to pack. A climbing stick uses the storable mount elements.

The ladder mounting system provides a modular ladder storage system for the purpose of storing ladders flat against walls in a vertical orientation. This maximizes valuable space in a home, shop, garage, or storage shed. It keeps any stored ladder easily accessible when needed for quick use. It utilizes a bracket that can be secured to the wall into a stud or into the sheet rock. The device allows users to hang the ladder flush against the wall and up off the floor.

An equipment tower) having a ladder formed of a plurality of ladder segments each joined to a respective tower segment by a pivotal connection prior to the tower segments being stacked during erection of the tower. The pivotal connection provides a degree of freedom of movement which facilitates the interconnection of adjoining ends of the ladder segments after stacking of the tower segments. Additional accommodation of as-built spacing of the adjacent ends of the ladder segments may be provided by a connecting segment. The pivotal connection may be a rod inserted through a rung of the ladder and supported by a support assembly attached to the tower segment.

A restraining system and method for detachably securing a ladder to a shoring or excavation support structure. The restraining assembly, primarily configured from an elongated flexible restraining material, includes a proximal member, possessing a fastener configured to removably attach onto either side rail of a ladder. The assembly further includes a distal member, possessing a fastener configured to removably attach to a shoring anchor located on the top portion of a shoring wall. The mediate portion of the restraining assembly is configured to concurrently retain both the proximal and distal members, including a tensioning means for the adjustment of the overall functional length of the restraining assembly. In particular embodiments, the restraining system includes a shoring or excavation support structure having at least one shoring wall that includes a multiplicity of shoring anchors attached at predetermined locations.