Abstract: A tool and hardware accessory having base securable to the top cap of a ladder at clamps which are designed to provide universal mounting to most ladder caps. A tray is pivotally mounted to the accessory base at hinge sections and when deployed extends forwardly and slightly upwardly to accommodate weighty items, such as paint cans, without being depressed below a generally horizontal position. The tray has compartments for hardware items and may include removable organizer containers for small parts. A magnetic element, such as a flexible magnetic pad, may be provided to retain small parts.

Abstract: An accessory securable to the top cap of a step ladder for temporary storage of tools, parts and the like. The accessory includes a support which is securable to the top cap by various clamping arrangements which may include bolts, springs or tie downs. A tray member is pivotally attached to the support and in a deployed position extends horizontally forwardly. In a folded or storage position, the tray member is in overlying registry with the top cap of the ladder. In an alternate embodiment, the support is adjustable to accommodate step ladder caps of varying dimensions.