July 5th Designated as "Safe and Secure Ladder and Stepladder Day" by PICA CORPORATION; Certified by the Japan Anniversary Association

PICA CORPORATION (Headquarters: Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture; President and CEO: Yasuo Sakaguchi), a manufacturer and seller of ladders, stepladders, and work platforms, has established and registered July 5th as "Safe and Secure Ladder and Stepladder Day," receiving official certification from the Japan Anniversary Association. Accordingly, a certificate awarding ceremony was held on June 4, 2026.

"Safe and Secure Ladder and Stepladder Day" was established and registered with the aim of widely disseminating the correct usage methods for ladders and stepladders, which are used daily in many workplaces and homes, as well as to enhance safety awareness and to promote the company's stance of delivering better products.

Background of Establishment and Registration

Ladders and stepladders are used in various settings, including construction sites, facility maintenance, manufacturing, logistics, as well as for household cleaning and inspection tasks. While they are familiar tools that support high-altitude work, accidents such as falls due to incorrect usage also occur, necessitating increased awareness regarding safe use.

As a manufacturer of ladders and stepladders, PICA CORPORATION has been committed to creating products that support the safety and security of users from the ground up. Through this commemorative day, we aim to inform more people about the correct usage methods and widely communicate our corporate philosophy of delivering products that pursue safety and ease of use.

Reason for Establishing and Registering on July 5th

The date for the anniversary is July 5th.

This date was chosen because the safe leaning angle for a ladder is "75 degrees," and it falls within the "National Safety Week" period, which runs from July 1st to July 7th, a time when safety awareness is heightened.

"July 5th" was established and registered as the anniversary date.

Certificate Awarding Ceremony Held

On June 4, 2026, a certificate awarding ceremony with the Japan Anniversary Association was held at the headquarters of PICA CORPORATION.

During the ceremony, the certificate was awarded, and the background and objectives of establishing the anniversary were introduced, followed by a commemorative photo session with the attendees.

Media representatives were also present for interviews, where explanations were provided regarding the background leading to the establishment of the anniversary, the sentiments embedded in the commemorative day, and future safety awareness activities.

Future Initiatives

PICA CORPORATION will promote awareness activities for the correct usage of ladders and stepladders through "Safe and Secure Ladder and Stepladder Day."

We will work to improve safety awareness through information dissemination coinciding with National Safety Week, as well as through safety awareness posters and social media outreach.

We will continue to develop products and disseminate information with the safety and security of users as our top priority, contributing to the creation of a work environment free from accidents.

【Anniversary Overview】 Anniversary Name: Safe and Secure Ladder and Stepladder Day Date: July 5th Registrant: PICA CORPORATION Certification: Japan Anniversary Association

【Company Profile】 PICA CORPORATION Headquarters Address: 4-4-10 Nagatachū, Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture, 577-0013 Established: July 1961 Representative: Yasuo Sakaguchi, President and CEO Capital Stock: 95 million yen Business Description: Manufacturing and sales of aluminum alloy ladders, stepladders, work platforms, etc. Sales: 11.31143 billion yen (Fiscal Year ending February 2026) URL: https://www.pica-corp.jp

【Contact Information】 PICA CORPORATION

Contact: Product Department

MAIL: [email protected]