Babcock Davis roof hatches are a line of commercial roof access hatches known for durable construction, weather-tight sealing, and OSHA-compliant fall-protection compatibility. The line spans Personnel Series steel and aluminum hatches, high-thermal ThermalMAX models, ladder safety posts, and matching safety railings, a complete roof access system from one manufacturer.

The Babcock Davis roof hatch line

• Personnel Series (steel): 14-gauge galvanneal steel with red oxide powder coat, the value workhorse.
• Personnel Series (aluminum): lighter, naturally corrosion-resistant, mill finish.
• ThermalMAX: aluminum hatch with a thermal break and industry-leading R-20 insulation for energy efficiency.
• Ladder safety posts: 42-inch telescoping posts in galvanized, stainless, aluminum, and yellow powder coat.
• Safety railings: OSHA-compliant guardrails sized to each hatch, for new and retrofit work.

Shared features across the line

Across models, Babcock Davis roof hatches offer gas-spring-assisted operation, EPDM gaskets, insulation, heavy-duty hinges, and railing-ready curbs. Many units carry Florida Product Approval and Miami-Dade County acceptance within their listed size limits, supporting high-wind compliance.

A complete access system

Because the hatches, safety posts, and railings are designed together, you can build a complete, compliant opening from a single line: choose the hatch (material and size), add the matching safety railing, and include a 42-inch ladder safety post for ladder access. The pieces fit without adapting mismatched parts.

Choosing within the line

Pick steel for value and strength, aluminum for lighter weight and corrosion resistance, or ThermalMAX where energy performance matters. Then match the size to your access needs and add fall protection. The Roof Hatch Finder walks you through the choice.