OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION OT-2026-000003221 Safety device for detecting improper positioning of a ladder Published: 2026-09-15T19:51:35.605467Z Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000003221 Categories: Tools & Tooling > Clamping Tools ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ABSTRACT A safety device for detecting improper positioning of a ladder including an alarm connected to an energy source. A longitudinal and lateral level indicator switch are connected between the alarm and energy source with a first orientation for precluding power transfer to the alarm when the ladder is orientated in a safe disposition. The switches further have a second orientation for allowing power transfer to the alarm when the ladder is oriented in a dangerous disposition. Finally, an actuator switch is included for activating the device solely during use. 1. Drawings [0001] Sheet 1. [0002] Sheet 2. [0003] Sheet 3. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000003221 Published 2026-09-15T19:51:35.605467Z https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000003221