First Man Up … Last Man Down
In roofing, “free climbing” operations essentially indicate the employer’s lack of any concern for worker safety.
View ArticleOSHA’s New Maximum Penalty Structure: Are Roofing Contractors Ready?
On Aug. 1, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) implemented its new maximum penalty system.
View ArticleA Solution to Suspension Trauma for Roofing Contractors?
The international fall-protection industry retroactively developed the suspension trauma relief strap as a marketable add-on to their line of full body harnesses.
View ArticlePro-active planning and training made this rapid rescue from the TD Bank...
In general, there are too many variables on most roofs for an elevated rescue operation to ever be considered "easy."
View ArticleFive Annual Safety Checkpoints for Roofing Contractors
Every workday on a construction site should include a pre-work inspection period to avoid jobsite accidents.
View ArticleRoof Safety: Roof Guardrails (Revisited)
When it comes to totally eliminating all fatal falls from roofs, fall prevention (guardrails and restraint) certainly takes precedence over fall protection (PFAS and safety nets).
View ArticleRoof Safety: Opioids on the Roof and in Our Building Trades
Recent medical studies of rampant opioid prescriptions put our society as far as twenty years into this conflict.
View ArticleOn the Prowl with Cougar Paws SteelWalker Boots
The original Cougar Paws became the only boots I wear while roofing or conducting elevated training exercises.
View ArticleICE Enforcement — Coming Soon to Your Roofing Workplace
In the first seven months of this year, there have been over 5,000 I-9 audits of U.S. workplaces.
View ArticleThe Importance of Project Safety Scheduling for Roofing Contractors
There are many project scheduling methods and programs available out in the construction world.
View ArticleU.S. Dept. of Labor Holds Safe + Sound Week on Aug. 12
OSHA's Safe + Sound Week reminds employers that safety and health programs help businesses save money, eliminate injuries and most importantly, save lives.
View ArticleRoofing Contractors Get Rescue Ready
Last season, I spotted more than a dozen mostly residential crews working without fall protection.
View ArticleTool Belts and Harnesses: Over, Under or Integral?
Except for the roofing inspector, most roofing contractors would expect their employees to wear a tool belt while on the roof deck.
View ArticleOSHA Releases 2018 Top 10 List of Most Frequent Citations
The OSHA Training Institute Education Center at Chabot-Las Positas Community College District has released a top 10 list of the most frequently cited OSHA standards in 2018.
View ArticleShielded Safety: Breaking Down COVID-19 Face Protection for Roofing Contractors
Face masks aren’t the only way to stop the spread of COVID-19. Here are some viable alternatives that can keep workers safe.
View ArticleMRA: We Need Strong Residential Resiliency Standards in Western States to...
With a home’s roof being the single most vulnerable area for ignition in the event of a wildfire, materials such as quality metal roofing systems that carry a Class A rating for fire resistance are...
View ArticleTop 10 Safety Tips for 2021
The ABC Supply Pro Council provides 10 essential ideas to keep in mind for keeping your workers safe in 2021 and beyond.
View ArticleIt’s Time to Reintroduce Slide Guards
If the law of the land allowed for slide guards, I believe most contractors would comply in greater numbers than ever would with lifeline systems.
View ArticleWhy Situational Awareness (S/A) is Important for Roofing Contractors
By practicing situational awareness every day, contractors can keep themselves and others safe while on the job.
View ArticleSafety and Compliance Basics of Materials Delivery
Learn about some of the top concerns with deliveries on construction projects and how to train drivers to stay safe
View ArticleFlashCo Expands its Product Line with Fall Protection Systems
FlashCo, the Sonoma County, Calif.-based manufacturer of roof flashing products, unveils a suite of safety-oriented, roof-mounted gear ensuring maximum worker protection and regulatory compliance.
View ArticleBeat the Heat: Summer Tips for Roofing Contractors
Holcim Elevate suggests safety tips for roofing professionals during this hot summer, including starting the workday early, wearing protective gear, staying hydrated, recognizing signs of heat-related...
View ArticleOSHA Rolls Out ‘Safe + Sound’ Week Aug. 7-13
During the Labor Department's 'Safe + Sound Week,' Aug. 7-13, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will collaborate with businesses nationwide to promote workplace safety and health...
View ArticleObstructed Communication in a Construction Zone
Maintaining vigilant awareness and clear communication amidst a construction site's symphonic yet perilous sounds is vital, as U.S. Department of Labor statistics reveal.
View Article'Next-Level' Contractor Job Perk: Mobile IV Hydration
In response to extreme heat this summer, Solid Roofing in Oklahoma provided IV hydration through a mobile service to its crews working in triple-digit weather, highlighting the importance of staying...
View ArticleLabor Dept. Announces Enhanced Enforcement, Compliance to Silica Exposure
The U.S. Labor Dept. has launched an initiative to improve safety and enforcement in the engineered stone industry due to severe health risks from silica dust exposure.
View ArticleOSHA, Noble Texas Builders, Enter into Worker Safety Partnership at...
OSHA and Noble Texas Builders have entered into a one-year partnership to enhance worker safety during construction at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley – McAllen Independent School District...
View ArticleLabor Dept. Pushes Employers to Follow Federal Safety Guidelines During...
The U.S. Department of Labor is ramping up efforts to emphasize workplace safety during the holiday season and providing resources through OSHA to prevent on-the-job tragedies, especially for workers...
View ArticleWernerCo Kicks Off Annual 'Ladder Safety Month'
Werner, manufacturer of ladder safety gear and an official sponsor of NCAA’s March Madness, kicked off Ladder Safety Month with nationwide events, webinars, and content to promote ladder safety...
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