Roofing Safety Tips
What you need to know about ICE on the jobsite
By Dani Sheehan. With current immigration enforcement actions creating fear and uncertainty in the industry, it is important for contractors and owners to be prepared while also staying compliant with the law. Our industry has long relied on a mix of domestic and foreign labor to meet its workforce demands. However, as ...
Mastering risk in roofing
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Why risk management isn’t just an option — it’s a necessity in roofing. Roofing projects are high-stakes operations where a single misstep can cost thousands, delay timelines and strain client relationships. Yet, many contractors approach risk management as an afterthought rather than a core pillar of ...
NRCA debuts video to raise mental health awareness
"Substance abuse and suicide claim more roofing lives than job site accidents. We lose more to silence than to falls." The National Roofing Contractors Association has debuted a video encouraging roofing professionals to seek help when they are struggling with mental health. The video, “Be Tough Enough,” raises awareness regarding mental ...
“National Snow Guards Safety Month” focuses on safety and education
The proper installation of a snow guard system can help save lives and prevent property damage. The new National Snow Guards Safety Month in March highlights the importance of snow guard usage for property owners living in areas with snowfall, along with educating roofing contractors on the safest ways to install ...
Get involved in National Ladder Safety Month with free online training
Resources from American Ladder Institute easily integrate into training protocols. They’re too big to fit in a toolbox, but ladders are still among the most common tools used by any tradesman. And, just like other tools, the safe usage of ladders is paramount to a successful day at a work — ...
The importance of wash stations on job sites
By Cotney Consulting Group. Emergency wash stations are a crucial safety measure on roofing job sites where exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible. In the roofing industry, exposure to chemicals is often part of the job, whether it's working with adhesives, sealants or other hazardous substances. Even with careful planning and safety ...
Best practices for operating machinery on the job site
By Cotney Consulting Group. By implementing comprehensive training, emphasizing pre-operation safety checks, maintaining proper work attire and promoting an environment of focus and vigilance, contractors can significantly reduce the risk of machine-related injuries. Safety is paramount in the roofing industry, where heavy machinery and power tools are integral to daily operations. Improper ...
Don’t Get Burned: Fire Safety Lessons
February 26, 2025 at 12 p.m. CT Discover roofing fire safety beyond the CERTA program. During this webinar, Rich Trewyn, NRCA’s director of risk education and training, will discuss fire statistics in the roofing industry; hazards and critical tasks involving fire safety; regulatory criteria for fire safety; fire prevention measures; and ...
6 key takeaways about OSHA 1926.501(b)
By Julia Farrell, WRYKER. Get a simplified explanation of the OSHA requirements for having employees working at heights. The stakes of construction are often high, and not just because construction projects are big investments. In our field, workers frequently must operate at elevated heights, making the stakes quite literally high. In order ...
Challenges ahead in metal building design and standards
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Learn more about immediate structural design issues, longer-term planning for resilience and more highlights from the MBMA Annual Meeting. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) recently highlighted key challenges and long-term considerations for the metal building industry. Presented during the MBMA Annual Meeting, the discussion covered critical topics ...
