Safety Saturday: Ladder Safety

March 26, 2022

Every year, more than 100 people die from a ladder-related accident that could be prevented with correct ladder use. March is National Ladder Safety Month. It was created to raise awareness of ladder safety and to decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and fatalities. Join Vogt Engineering in putting safety first; together, we can promote ladder safety and decrease the number of ladder-related incidents that happen every year.


Here are some common ladder safety rules:

  • Prior to climbing the ladder, inspect it to ensure it is not damaged and in good working condition
  • Set the ladder on even, stable ground
  • Secure the base of the ladder and lock the spreaders
  • Wear proper footwear
  • While on the ladder, maintain 3 points of contact on the ladder and stay centered between the rails
  • Don't stand on the top two rungs of the ladder



Falls remain a leading cause of unintentional injury nationwide, and many fatal falls in the last decade have involved a ladder.


As spring cleaning begins, don’t let a simple task put you out of commission. Make sure you are ready to safely tackle all your jobs by following the ladder safety tips listed above!


Whether at work or at home, keep ladder safety front of mind. 

Vogt Engineering Celebrates National Bike Month

By Tiffany Marascio • May 17, 2024
May is National Bike Month, but Vogt Engineering celebrates and encourages biking all year. Our team enjoys using our office bikes to get out and experience nature, taking advantage of our central location in The Woodlands Town Center. About National Bike Month National Bike Month, after many previous iterations, was officially established in 1956. Today, National Bike Month is sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists , which incorporates accessible ways to start biking by hosting smaller experiences such as National Bike to Work Week (usually held the third week of May), and Bike to Work Day (usually that Friday). Health Benefits According to the Harvard School of Public Health , biking can help “improve mental health by lowering stress levels and stimulating feel-good endorphins.” Other health benefits include: improved cardiovascular fitness stronger muscles greater coordination and general mobility reduced body fat Vogt's Commitment to our Team and the Environment One of Vogt Engineering’s major considerations when looking for an office was easily accessible trails for riding bikes and walking. We are fortunate to have found a great place to be with our great team of people. Not only is biking and being outdoors good for mental and physical health, but we value working with the environment in everything we do. Although many civil engineering projects require earth movement, Vogt is committed to finding solutions that complement the natural surroundings of the site. Get Involved There are many local entities that organize Bike Month events, including The Woodlands, Harris County Precinct 3 (at Burroughs Park), and more.

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