1. 14’ Roof Ladder Beam Raise Level I 4/1/12

2. Introduction This presentation demonstrates the basic operation of a one person beam raise. The evolution begins with the ladder on the engine. The scenario calls for a single roof ladder.

3. Ladder Basics Tip to sill for rescue, entry or RIC. Tip to top of windward side for breaking glass. Three rungs above the roof for roof operations. One person per section. Duo-Safety ladders are rated for 750 lbs.

4. Ladder Removal Find approximate balance point. High shoulder carry. Butt section slightly lower. Hands on beams.

5. Ladder Travel Commands “ladder coming through” and “ladder coming around” should be used to safely alert others on the fire ground of your presence.

6. Raising Ladder Determine ladder placement and distance to building. Pivot ladder on beam without skipping. Rotate ladder parallel to building before the second spur hits the ground.

7. Laddering Building One foot on lower rung. Both hands on beams. Place ladder into building.

8. The ladder is adjusted holding the 2 nd and 5 th rungs. The ladder should be at approximately 75 degrees with four points of contact. Adjusting the Ladder

9. Footing Ladder SL 9 One foot on the heel with two hands on the beams. Watching overhead.

10. Laddering Away Place one foot on lower rung. Hands on beams. Pull Ladder away. Rotate ladder perpendicular to building.

11. Lowering the Ladder Confirm there are no obstructions behind. Grasp both beams and lower ladder away to high shoulder carry at approximate balance point. Visually check the area behind and state “Clear”.

12. Travel Away Loudly state “ladder coming through” and “ladder coming around”. Butt section is slightly lower than tip.