Abstract: A ladder having a first rail. The ladder having a second rail. The ladder having a plastic top directly attached to the first rail and second rail with fasteners. The top having a first side and a second side. The first side having a gap with a surface with a V so a corner can fit into the V when the top leans against the corner. The surface of the first side having a first notch in the gap so a first rectangular plank can fit into the first notch when the top leans against the plank. The first notch having a width slightly larger than a width of the first plank. A ladder top. A method for using a ladder.

Abstract: A ladder having a first rail. The ladder having a second rail. The ladder having a plastic top directly attached to the first rail and second rail with fasteners. The top having a first side and a second side. The first side having a gap with a surface with a first rectangular slot and a second rectangular slot extending from the first rectangular slot so an external corner can fit into the first rectangular slot when the top leans against the corner. The surface of the first side having a first notch in the gap so a first rectangular plank can fit into the first notch when the top leans against the plank. The first notch having a width slightly larger than a width of the first plank. A ladder top. A method for using a ladder.

Abstract: A safety apparatus for coupling with a ladder and methods for manufacturing and using same. The safety apparatus includes an engagement member defining an engagement member recess for receiving a selected structure and a retention member rotatable relative to the engagement member such that the retention member extends distally from the engagement member in an open position and extends proximally to the engagement member in a closed position. The retention member transitions from the open position to the closed position for enclosing the selected structure within the engagement member recess when weight is applied to the ladder and transitions from the closed position to the open position for releasing the selected structure when the weight is removed from the ladder. The ladder advantageously can inhibit unexpectedly detachment from the selected structure during use and does not require manual disengagement of the selected structure after use is complete.

Abstract: A step for use in association with a tree stand ladder. The step includes a frame that includes a plurality of elongated members that are formed into a rectangular or square form; a first pair of said elongated members extending substantially in parallel with each other and each having extending free ends; two holding pieces secured at the end of respective free ends of the pair elongated members; a planar platform secured within the frame to enable a person to stand on the platform and a pair side braces that extend from respective elongated members to respective ladder rails to provide support for said frame and planar platform.

Abstract: A tool carrying device configured for removable engagement atop a stepladder and to provide elevated support for a user when the carrying device is positioned on the ground. A secure removable engagement with the top of the ladder is provided by walls descending from a top which form a skirt to surround the top end of the ladder and hold the device from sliding therefrom. Removable tool holders and shelves to hold and store tools are provided, allowing the user a secure tool box when atop a ladder and a slightly elevated working structure for tasks requiring a lower elevation for the user.

Abstract: A tray for supporting tools, paint cans, painting supplies and the like is pivotally held in a selected position by an elongated frame removably attached to a ladder rail. The ladder tray includes a folding shelf, a shelf support, a rail embracing frame, a hinge means connecting the shelf and support to the frame, and hooks for engaging the rungs of the ladder. A variety of apertures, depressions and/or raised areas exist on the tray in various sizes and shapes and are adapted for holding tools or for temporary placement of cans, bottles, jugs, tools and the like on shelf. When mounted, the ladder tray extends out from one side of the ladder and does not prevent a user from climbing up or down the ladder. It may be folded down alongside the rail of the ladder to a space saving transport or storage position or may be folded and removed from the ladder to store.

Abstract: A platform for an extension ladder comprises a plate member adapted to engage a pair of rails on each of a first stage and a second stage of the extension ladder and become wedged therebetween and to remain parallel to the ground when the plate member rests on a rung of the extension ladder. The plate member has at least six sides, a bottom cutout, a middle cutout and a top cutout; each cutout oppositely disposed on at least six sides; and each cutout relating to various positions along a length of the extension ladder.

Abstract: A ladder step platform can be mounted on any ladder having hollow rungs extending between ladder rails. This ladder step platform is especially intended for use with conventional extension ladders. The ladder step platform includes a tread or step plate extending between opposite side plates. The spacing between side plates can be adjusted so the ladder step platform will fit ladders of different width. A support rod insertable though hollow ladder rungs pivotally supports the ladder step platform with the side plates positioned on the outside of the ladder rails. A lower adjustable rod abuts the ladder rails to hold the tread or step plate in a horizontal orientation extending beyond the sloping ladder for easy access.

Abstract: A unitary step unit has a generally rectangular main body portion with opposed transverse ends and laterally opposed sides. One end is bent downward and angularly outward with respect to the main body portion and terminates in a short upturned lip that extends angularly upward and inward. The step unit is removably installed on the existing step of a conventional ladder having channel-shaped steps by engaging the upturned lip against the bottom edge of the down-turned longitudinal side of the step and then pivoting the unit downwardly such that the upturned lip of the unit is captured on the bottom edge of the down-turned longitudinal side of the step and its main body portion is supported on top of the step and extends a distance rearwardly beyond the width of the step in cantilever fashion to provide a relatively wide flat foot-supporting surface.

Abstract: A ladder step platform can be mounted on any ladder having hollow rungs extending between ladder rails. This ladder step platform is especially intended for use with conventional extension ladders. The ladder step platform includes a tread or step plate extending between opposite side plates. The spacing between side plates can be adjusted so the ladder step platform will fit ladders of different width. A support rod insertable though hollow ladder rungs pivotally supports the ladder step platform with the side plates positioned on the outside of the ladder rails. A lower adjustable rod abuts the ladder rails to hold the tread or step plate in a horizontal orientation extending beyond the sloping ladder for easy access.

Abstract: A personal stand incorporating a ladder, a user supporting platform and a load sensitive pliant suspender that is easily adapted for use with an extension ladder. The personal stand improves the user's footing as well as the user's comfort. Pliancy of the suspender allows the user to move the platform, without requiring the user to dismount the ladder. When sufficient load is applied to the platform, the pliant suspender is transiently transformed into a rigid suspender yoking an upper rung of the ladder.

Abstract: An open tool box with a cover positionable over a portion of the box. The cover is adapted to hook onto the top of a step ladder.

Abstract: A suspendible container for holding items that is capable of being attached to holes on a horizontal surface. The container is particularly adaptable to being attached to the top cap of a ladder. The container includes at least one prong which attaches to the container and is removably insertable into a hole in the horizontal surface. The container is particularly suited for holding items such as tools and paint cans that would be needed by the user of a ladder.

Abstract: The ladder supported holding tray assembly for releasable attachment to a ladder includes a generally horizontal container including opposing side panels, a front, a back, and a bottom. The tray assembly also includes a ladder attachment bracket including a connecting wall attaching the bracket to a side panel of the tray. Step engagement means are disposed on the bracket, wherein the step engagement means comprises an upward sloping surface to releasably engage and securely hook onto a step from underneath the step. The tray when mounted on a ladder extends laterally outwardly from the ladder so as to not interfere with the normal use of the ladder.

Abstract: A ladder scaffold is suspended from rods inserted through the hollow rungs of a ladder. The ladder scaffold includes at least two ladders, at least two platform braces, and a platform. Each platform brace has three rods, two long members, and two short members. Two of the rods are inserted through the hollow rungs of a ladder. The long members are attached to the ends of one of the rods and extend downwards from the ladder. The short members are attached to the ends of the second rod. The short members extend horizontally from the ladder towards the surface against which the ladders are leaning. The third rod serves as a pivot point between the long members and the short members. The platform is supported by the short members and extends between the ladders. The long and short members can be attached to the rods at various points, so that the platform can be leveled. The ladder scaffold folds for easy transport. The ladder scaffold may or may not include a safety bar.

Abstract: A ladder support device is secured to a scaffold by two base arms. At one end of the base arms the device forms a "channel" in which the ladder can move vertically but not horizontally. This secures the ladder so that it cannot fall away from the scaffold or to either side. In addition, it allows the scaffold to be raised or lowered without having to detach the ladder from the scaffold.

Abstract: A safety platform foldable structure for a ladder for a worker to stand on. The platform structure has a platform flooring in the shape of the letter H which is removably mountable to one rung of an upstanding ladder to an open horizontal or vertical closed position. Spaced apart hook mechanisms extending from the flooring, are releasably secured to the rung to assist holding the platform in the horizontal position and to hold the platform in the vertical closed position. Downwardly extending front side walls from the flooring engage rails on the ladder to secure the platform in the horizontal position.

Abstract: A universal portable support platform for a ladder base is formed from a plurality of interfitting elements capable of left and right interconnections so that a horizontal support can be located selectively adjacent an elevated work site. Adjustment means are provided to level the horizontal support, regardless of the angulation of the ladder base.

Abstract: A universal portable support platform for a ladder base is formed from a plurality of interfitting elements capable of left and right interconnections so that a horizontal support can be located selectively adjacent an elevated work site. Adjustment means are provided to level the horizontal support, regardless of the angulation of the ladder base.

Abstract: A ladder platform accessory is provided for standing or placing accessories. The accessory comprises a platform member which protrudes to the rear of the ladder and has a front portion which attaches to a lower rung. Brackets are detachably connected on the two opposite sides of the rear portion of the platform member which attaches to an upper rung. The platform member can be adjusted so as to be horizontal to the ground.

Abstract: An adjustable platform for attachment to a ladder, including: a frame which can be removably attached to a ladder; a planar platform fixedly mounted on a shaft rotatably disposed in the frame; and a position adjustment mechanism operatively connected to the shaft to selectively lock the platform in a desired angular position with respect to the ladder or to permit the platform and the shaft to rotate freely within the frame, the position adjustment mechanism including no threaded fasteners.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a platform for an aluminum extension ladder which platform is adjustable upwardly and downwardly, and is pivotable between a pair of side frames, to permit a user's foot a comfortable support, in addition to the ladder rung to which it is attached.

Abstract: A ladder lateral extension, adapted for use with a conventional ladder, includes a generally channel-shaped member adapted to be placed on the siderail of a ladder, such that the siderail fits within the channel-shaped member. The channel-shaped member has opposite interior and exterior sidewalls and a base. A pair of rung-receiving slots are formed in the exterior sidewall, which slots receive the rungs as the channel-shaped member is placed over the siderail. Extending perpendicularly outwardly from the exterior sidewall is a lateral support member of a length equal to or greater than the distance between the rung-receiving slots, thus providing a safe standing area. Safety for the user of the lateral ladder extension is thus greatly increased, due to the engagement of two rungs of the ladder and the length of the lateral support member, which allows the user to safely stand upon it.

Abstract: An article holding tray assembly is for use on a ladder having elongated side pieces and lower and upper open-ended rungs joining the side pieces. The assembly includes a tray member, a backing member connected to the tray member along a straight line, a lower tubular member parallel to the line and projecting in a predetermined direction from the tray member to a free end, an upper tubular member parallel to the line and projecting in the predetermined direction from the backing member to a free end. The tubular members are adapted for insertion, free ends first, into the lower and upper rungs, with the tray and backing members substantially mutually at right angles.

Abstract: A selectively removable support platform is designed to be attached to the rungs of a conventional ladder. The platform includes pivotally interconnected arms which may be aligned with the hollow metallic rungs of the ladder, and connector pins pivotally attached to the arms may then be projected through apertures in the arms so as to be positioned within the rung interiors. Safety straps may then be used to lock the connectors in position, and platform alignment is facilitated through the use of a telescoping adjustable arm construction. Short safety chains may optionally be provided for connecting the platform to a gutter spout or some other building structure, and the front of the platform is covered with a rubber or foamed plastic material so as to prevent both slippage and damage to the structure against which the platform is resting. Additionally, the foam or rubber material provides an electrically insulative effect between the ladder platform and metal siding.

Abstract: A scaffold plank hanger is suspended from a rung of a ladder by hooks engaging such rung which are spaced apart less than the width of the ladder. Such hooks carry a crossbar of a length greater than the width of the ladder. A scaffold plank has hooks projecting from one end which are hooked over opposite end portions of the hanger crossbar between its ends and the adjacent ladder rails, respectively.

Abstract: A trestle ladder includes adjustable leg extensions to accommodate uneven and irregular surfaces while maintaining the ladder in proper vertical and horizontal orientation. A binding clamp is employed to retain the extension in the desired position and auxiliary rungs are provided for use when the extension of the legs is sufficient to require them.

Abstract: A novel work-step attachment for an extension ladder is described. The work-step attachment generally comprises a platform which is secured to a ladder segment having two vertical side frames in parallel relationship and at least one horizontal rung extending therebetween. The work-step attachment also comprises a hooking element adapted to engage a rung of an extension ladder, as well as a locking element to lock the platform in a first position in which it is aligned with the rung of the ladder segment and in a second position in which it is substantially aligned in the plane of the parallel side frames of the ladder segment.

Abstract: A dual purpose ladder attachment usable singularly as a human body support platform with hand rails or in a pair as a scaffold jack. Each ladder attachment comprises two pairs of pivotally joined support beams. Each pair of pivotally joined support beams have their non-joined ends connected to ladder rung engaging brackets. Each bracket is sized and shaped to fit over the side rail of the ladder while engaged with a ladder rung. When the device is being used as a body support platform, a cross-bar connected between the parallel support beams supports a rigid planar surface which is also attached to a ladder rung. This platform is useful for standing on the ladder while holding the side rails. In this configuration the device is mounted to extend vertically upward on the upper side of the ladder, allowing a user to stand comfortably on the ladder.

Abstract: A platform attachment is disclosed herein which comprises a pair of posts having cross members connecting therebetween. Extensions are secured to opposite sides of each post at the bottom end of the post to receive therebetween a ladder rung. A pair of arms is connected to each of the posts and the arms are pivotally connected thereto. Each of the pair of arms receives therebetween one of the ladder rails. A platform is mounted upon the pairs of arms and includes members which are received between each of the pairs of arms.

Abstract: An attachment for a ladder to be used as a stand for a deer hunter. The attachment comprises a pair of spaced coplanar side rails forming a first frame and a pair of spaced coplanar top rails forming a second frame and connected to the upper end of the first frame at an angle of about 90.degree.. An upper shelf providing a seat and a lower shelf providing a foot rest are pivoted to the first frame for extending therefrom or for being folded to lie substantially in the plane of the first frame: brackets limit the position of the shelves. Anchors connect the attachment to a ladder. The attachment has a gripping construction for connection to a tree, carried by the second frame.

Abstract: The invention comprising a ladder formed into two sections with one section mounted at its end to the other section and with the other section overlapping so that the sections may be straightened out and used as a straight ladder or folded into a step ladder. Locking means are provided to lock the ladder sections when folded into a step ladder. A paint carrier plate having a center opening so that the paint carrier plate may be slipped over the top of the step ladder and slid downward to rest on the locking means. The paint carrier plate also has a pair of fixed hooks and a pair of pivotally mounted hooks with the hooks being attachable to the rungs of the ladder to attach the paint carrier plate at different heights on the rungs of the ladder.