Falls are the leading cause of injuries and death at the workplace. In fact, according to OSHA, falling is accounted for nearly 37 percent of all deaths in 2013 and is listed among constructions “fatal four.” Roofing professionals have always been particularly vulnerable to this danger. The inventors of SLATOR hope to change this.

“We look forward to the day when falling off roofs was something that used to happen,” says Ronny Roseveare, co-owner of SLATOR.

A team of three remodelers/roofers from Lynchburg, Va. made a commitment to safety when they began their business in 2013—“in order to do the job right, we have to figure out a way to be safe,” says Roseveare. Between busy days working on houses, they began perfecting their approach to safety. Soon the Secure Ladder And Tie Off Responsibly, or SLATOR, was born.

OSHA compliant and ANSI Certified, the thoroughly tested SLATOR tool fastens to a steep slate or asphalt shingle roof and firmly clamps a ladder into position, allowing any tradesman working on a roof easier and safer access to perform their work.

For more information regarding the SLATOR visit www.slator-usa.com.