Training and Preparation Are the Key to Preventing Heat-Related Hazards
It’s summer and the roofing business is sizzling. Unfortunately, so are the rooftops. In many areas of the country, heat is a very real job…
Safety
How Situational Awareness Can Save Your Life
For those whose regular workplace is on a roof, one day can seem like the next. What the novice finds unnerving becomes routine as a…
Fall Arrest and Fall Restraint for Residential vs. Commercial Roofing
On some commercial projects, a horizontal lifeline kit can be a good option to consider. Photo: Malta Dynamics Much has been written about the importance…
Recent Rule Changes Necessitate New Equipment and Training
Photo: Malta Dynamics Falls remain one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities, particularly in the construction and roofing industries. According to OSHA,…
Everyday Roof Safety
Residential construction employers generally must ensure that employees working higher than 6 feet above lower levels use guardrails, safety nets, or a PFAS, which may…
Everyday Roof Safety
Residential construction employers generally must ensure that employees working higher than 6 feet above lower levels use guardrails, safety nets, or a PFAS, which may…
A Field Guide to Fall Protection Harness D-Rings
Modern fall protection harnesses often come with many attachment points for lanyards of different varieties. Understanding their proper use is critical. Photos: Malta Dynamics Modern…
The Right Protocols to Protect Your Roofing Teams from COVID-19
Surgical masks and other face coverings can prevent others around you from becoming exposed to any respiratory droplets you may exhale. In the roofing industry,…
Skylight Safety and Fall Protection
Options for protecting workers from the fall hazards associated with skylights include guardrails and skylight covers. Photos: Malta Dynamics The importance of fall protection for…
Reflecting on Your Life Will Change the Way You Think About Safety
As part of a “Bring It On Home” safety talk, audience members draw pictures of simple pleasures they enjoy. Photos: Richard Hawk Tiny loves to…