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Avoiding common roofing hazards
By Progressive Materials. Safety tips to keep you on the roof and out of danger. While roofing can be highly rewarding, it also comes with some risks. Taking proper precautions on the jobsite is essential to the project and a worker’s safety, especially in a profession like roofing. The free ...
Essential strategies for enhancing job site safety
By Cotney Consulting Group. It is crucial for contractors to make sure safety is the top priority when on a roof. Construction work is one of the most dangerous professions, with job site accidents posing significant risks to worker safety and company operations. For roofing contractors, mitigating safety hazards is a ...
6 reasons drones are the future of roof inspections
By EagleView. From safety to accuracy and efficiency, learn why drones are now crucial tools in the damage assessment industry. Spring and fall are key times for routine roof maintenance and the experts here at EagleView explain that at least two maintenance checks a year are necessary to keep roofs ...
Is your roofing company prepared for an emergency?
By Cotney Consulting Group. Creating and implementing an EAP fosters unity and preparedness within your team. Emergencies can strike at times. For roofing contractors, having a well-developed Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is a regulatory requirement from OSHA and a crucial component of workplace safety. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating and implementing ...
OSHA’s heat illness prevention rulemaking advances: Implications for the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Roofing companies can safeguard their workforce and ensure compliance with new regulations by staying informed, engaging in the rulemaking process and proactively implementing heat illness prevention measures. With summer approaching, the roofing industry must stay vigilant about the safety of its workers in rising temperatures. The Occupational Safety ...
Staying safe in the heat
By Cotney Consulting Group. Working in the heat poses significant risks, but these risks can be managed effectively with proactive measures and a commitment to safety. Working in the heat on the roof can quickly take a toll. As temperatures rise, so do the risks of heat-related illnesses. Equipping your team with ...
Spot the signs: 5 red flags from the roof
By KARNAK Corp. Avoid extra damages and danger by knowing what to look out for on the roof. Editor’s note: Share this guide with your customers who are curious about warning signs that indicate their roof is failing. No matter what type of building, residential or commercial, steep-slope or low-slope, ...
NRCA and 1Life Software partner to launch the Safety Excellence Program
NRCA members can systemize and communicate safety standards while monitoring and coaching in real time to drive performance and safety outcomes. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has partnered with 1Life Software, a team of award-winning safety professionals and software developers, to launch the Safety Excellence Program. With the goal of reducing ...
Roofing Alliance Releases New Heat Stress Research: Available Now!
Important safety information surrounding rooftop heat stress joins NRCA bookstore offerings. The Roofing Alliance unveils a new training course and report on heat stress in roofing. The Heat Stress for Roofers Training Course and Final Report are now available for purchase in NRCA’s Bookstore. The report and training modules provide important industry ...
Safety talk draws a full house at IRE 2024!
By Jonny Suchor. Key takeaways from the in-depth talk of the top OSHA violations and safety protocols. Two industry professionals, Julia Farrell and Mason Jeffrey, teamed up at the at the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas to present an informative educational session specifically designed for construction professionals, ...
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