The ABC’s of Fall Prevention
Photos: Malta Dynamics Falls accounted for almost 40 percent of fatalities in construction in 2017, according to OSHA, and failure to provide fall protection remains…
Safety
What Every Roofer Should Know About Ladder and Fall Protection Safety
Fall protection equipment should be inspected by the user before every use. Roofing can be a dangerous profession, even in optimal weather and working conditions….
Understanding the New OSHA Regulations for Fixed Ladders
As of November 19,2018, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) implemented new requirements for fixed ladders on buildings. Understanding these…
Why Planning Ahead for Post-Roofing Fall Protection Matters
The majority of new and existing buildings require safe access to the roof area for ongoing building maintenance, as well as to service equipment such…
Keep Guidelines Up to Date and Make Safety Part of Your Company Culture
Safety is a consideration in any type of work, whether in the office, a warehouse or outside. There are many concerns, including personal well-being, liability,…
Follow Proper Safety Standards and Procedures When Loading Materials on the Roof
Architects, building owners, contractors, facility managers and other skilled professionals allied with the roofing industry rely on proven safety standards and procedures to keep workers…
Roofing Torch Program Reduces Fire Hazards During Modified Bitumen Application
The latest market survey conducted by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) shows the use of polymer modified bitumen as a percentage of all new…
Prevent Roof Fires During Torch-Down Projects
While driving to work recently, I heard a news story on the radio: An unlicensed roofer was charged with causing a fire at a local…
Hazard Communication for Roofers
According to Paracelsus, the 16th century physician and scientist: “Poison is in everything, and no thing is without poison. The dosage makes it either a…
How to Deal With Winter Downtime
You worked hard all summer and made a lot of money. But now summer is over and winter is quickly approaching. With winter comes downtime….