Lock Jaw Ladder Grip

Lock Jaw Ladder Grip: anchoring ladders to the gutter

Lock Jaw Ladder Grip is an Australian company that markets a single-product ladder safety device: the Lock Jaw Ladder Grip, a stabilizer that mounts on the gutter and secures the ladder with one hand. The company presents the product as the original on the market and sells it through its own online store, with shipping from Australia.

A single product with several configurations

The catalog is built around the Lock Jaw Ladder Grip - Gutter-Mount Ladder Stabilizer, available as a single unit and in packs. The price of the single unit is 141 Australian dollars, tax included; the two-unit pack costs 272 AUD and includes free shipping, and the four-unit pack costs 544 AUD. The company states that the product ships from Australia and that the purchase includes a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 12-month warranty.

The device is designed to work as a single unit, although the company notes that those accessing multi-story buildings or frequently climbing ladders often choose two units, one on each side of the ladder, for greater stability. It comes with a carabiner to attach it to a belt or work harness, thus maintaining three points of contact during ascent.

Technical features and compatibility

The system anchors to the edge of the gutter using a jaw mechanism with rubber pads that prevent scratches and, according to the company, prevent the gutter from being crushed. Once installed, the ladder is locked in place. The manufacturer claims that the device is compatible with most gutters, both traditional and box-style, and that it is sufficient for the jaws to be placed over the edge. It supports ladder rails up to approximately 50 mm wide.

Compatibility with telescopic ladders is partial: the company warns that it fits some models but not all, since in certain cases the bar does not roll up enough to secure the ladder. As for conventional ladders, it works on most, although there are circumstances in which it cannot be used.

Professional audience and industries served

The company targets the product at trades and industries that work at height. Among the groups it mentions are electricians, roofers, solar installers, HVAC technicians, painters, pest control, gutter cleaners, and insurance inspectors. The company maintains that the device improves worker confidence and reduces the risk of injury, and that it eliminates the need for a second person to foot the ladder.

Recognitions and awards

Lock Jaw Ladder Grip claims to have been a winner or finalist in more than 18 international safety awards. Among the recognitions it lists are the AIHS Workplace Health & Safety Awards 2021, the Australian Workplace Health & Safety Awards 2021, the Australian Export Awards 2024 in the e-commerce category, the Australian Innovation Challenge 2013, the Dallas Roofing Expo 2020 as best new tool, the IBS 2025 as best outdoor product and most innovative construction tool, the Lord Mayor's Business Awards 2019 and 2020, the Queensland Export Awards 2019 as emerging exporter and finalist in 2024 and 2025, and the Safe Work & Return to Work Awards 2021.

Sales volume and commercial presence

The company reports having sold more than 50,000 units and has a distribution network and an affiliate program. Its online store operates with prices in Australian dollars and allows selecting country or region and currency for shipping to Australia, several European countries, and the United States, among other destinations.

Ladder safety resources

The company maintains a content space dedicated to ladder safety, with instructions for use, videos, FAQs, a blog, and a podcast. It also publishes regulatory references, such as ladder safety laws and OSHA standards, and mentions the Australian work health and safety framework, including the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and the code of practice for managing the risk of falls at the workplace.