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Ladders remain one of the most common sources of injuries on construction jobsites. Slips, shifts, and unstable ladder placement can quickly lead to falls—often resulting in lost work time, medical costs, and long recovery periods.

One simple way contractors can reduce this risk is by improving ladder stability at the top contact point.

Winter has a way of making routine work more complicated. Surfaces that are usually solid become slick from rain, frost, or morning dew, and ladder work — which already carries risk — can feel less predictable this time of year. Even when you’re doing everything right, a ladder that shifts unexpectedly can lead to a close call or worse.

That’s why it’s worth paying extra attention to how ladders are set up during the winter months.