When exiting onto a rooftop from a ladder, how should you step?

When exiting onto a rooftop from a ladder, stepping sideways onto the roof is considered the safest method. This practice minimizes the risk of losing balance or slipping while transitioning from the ladder to the rooftop. By moving sideways, you can maintain better control and positioning, allowing you to place part of your body on stable ground before fully transferring your weight onto the roof.

This technique also keeps you oriented towards the ladder for a safer exit and helps prevent a fall by ensuring that you have a secure grip on the ladder until you are fully on the roof. It promotes better stability and reduces the potential for missteps that can occur when moving forward or backward, which may lead to an awkward exit or loss of balance.