Roofing Safety Tips
Tremco Field Services Safety Week
Safety is not a one-week event — it’s an ongoing commitment. Today we’re reinforcing what we’ve learned throughout Safety Week and continuing the conversation around building stronger, smarter safety practices every day. Every idea, every habit, and every improvement make us stronger. When we share what works, we protect not ...
The first line of defense: Using fire extinguishers safely on the jobsite
By Cotney Consulting Group. When a flame ignites, your extinguisher is the first line of defense, and your crew's safety depends on what happens in the next 30 seconds. Fire hazards are more common in the roofing industry than many contractors realize. Whether you're working with torches, hot asphalt, adhesives or electrical ...
Safety made simple
By Dani Sheehan. By combining educational opportunities, proven safety tools and digital solutions, NRCA helps you reduce risks and improve performance – one jobsite at a time. Safety is one of the roofing industry’s most important challenges, and one of its greatest opportunities for improvement. The National Roofing Contractors Association ...
Attic Breeze: 100% solar powered, no wiring, each unit shipped with a fire safety switch
Attic Breeze fans deliver long-term protection for homes while ensuring homeowner safety remains the top priority. Attic Breeze is reminding homeowners and contractors of its commitment to safety, innovation and peace of mind. Attic Breeze products are 100% solar powered. This means no electrical wiring, no connection to the power grid and ...
Raising the bar for fire safety
By Dani Sheehan. VaproShield products pass the industry’s most rigorous fire safety test, giving contractors and building owners greater peace of mind. When it comes to fire safety in commercial roofing, meeting code is essential, but you want materials and systems that go above and beyond. VaproShield® recently passed the ...
Navigating OSHA’s multi-employer worksite policy
By Trent Cotney, Adams & Reese. Learn how OSHA’s policy affects liability on shared job sites and what roofing contractors can do to ensure compliance and protection. On many construction projects, multiple employers from different trades may share the same job site, creating a complex environment where safety responsibilities can ...
Worn tires, real risks: Why contractors can't afford to ignore tire safety
By Cotney Consulting Group. The best way to protect your team on the job is to ensure they get there safely in the first place. In the contracting industry, job site safety usually brings fall protection, PPE or ladder safety to mind. But what about the drive to the site? For ...
Heat, Hail, Wind and Water Safety
In this Contractor Outlook Newscast™, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Alan Scott of Intertek to discuss the importance of heat, hail, wind and water safety. They explore the evolving intersection of resiliency, sustainability and smart construction. From understanding the real difference between code compliance and true resilience to educating ...
Earn a competitive edge with continuing education and certification
By Jenny Yu. Learn how you can stand out from your competitors by making safety and professionalism your main priority. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth joined leaders of National Frame Building Association (NFBA) to discuss the 57th annual NFBA Annual Building Expo that occurred in ...
Beating the heat
By Dani Sheehan. Help your crew stay safe in extreme temperatures this summer. As summer temperatures rise, contractors face heightened risk of exposure, but with the right strategies, crews can continue working efficiently, safely and confidently no matter what the weather brings. Here’s what the experts from General Coatings Manufacturing ...
