Safety Posts
Safety in every lift, load and mile
By Emma Peterson. From safer deliveries to crane support, CDS helps contractors minimize injury risks. Roofing consistently ranks in the top five of the most dangerous professions in the U.S. Forbes reported in 2021 that there were “2.4 nonfatal injuries per 100 full-time workers” and “59 fatalities per 100,000 full-time ...
Smart, safe solar: A guide to UL 3741
By Ali Turner, S-5! Learn what UL 3741 is, why it matters and how it supports safer, more cost-effective solar installations on metal roofs. In the fast-changing landscape of solar energy, ensuring safety and compliance is essential. S-5! understands that a key standard that has become increasingly vital is UL 3741, which ...
Fleet safety starts with maintenance: Why roofing contractors can't ignore vehicle care
By Cotney Consulting Group. In roofing, your tools may be on the roof, but your first step toward safety is the ride that gets you there. Roofing is a high-risk business; most safety conversations focus on what happens on the roof. However, many contractors overlook one of the most critical links ...
Safeguarding roofs from liability
By Jenny Yu. Contractors in snow-prone regions can reduce risk by educating customers and documenting snow retention decisions in every roofing contract. When winter weather hits, snow and ice can create dangerous conditions not only on the ground, but on the roof as well. For contractors, overlooking snow retention ...
OSHA eases compliance rules for smaller roofing companies
By Marco Industries. The changes reflect OSHA’s effort to make compliance more accessible and affordable for small roofing companies. For roofing contractors, maintaining a safe job site has always been a balancing act between protecting workers and avoiding costly fines. Until recently, small businesses often struggled with the high price ...
Seconds count: Why Western States roofers should become a member for safety
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Safety must be a constant priority. WSRCA provides all the resources you need to create a safer job site and a stronger team. Roofing is a profession built on skill, strength and precision. Yet the most powerful tool we have is one we often overlook. It is time. ...
Power Tool Institute launches new website and publishes updated guide for safe operation of power tools
The “Safety is Specific” illustrated publication compiles new information for both general guidelines and specific instructions for almost two dozen categories of power tools and batteries The Power Tool Institute (PTI), the leading organization for power tool safety resources, information and education, launched a newly redesigned website and released an updated ...
Roof smart: Why common sense is your first line of safety
By Cotney Consulting Group. On every roof, every day, thinking ahead is the first step toward safety. When considering roofing safety, you might jump straight to harnesses, hard hats, warning lines and OSHA standards. While those are all critical components, there's one safety tool that doesn't get enough credit: common sense. ...
Safe use of flammables in roofing
By Cotney Consulting Group. With preparation, awareness and discipline, you can keep the spark in your work — not your job site. From torch-down systems and asphalt kettles to power tools and cleaning solvents, roofing crews work around flammable liquids daily. These materials are essential to the job, but if not handled ...
The importance of having a Class A fire rated roof system
By Eagle Roofing Products. A concrete tile roof is more than aesthetics; it’s the smartest choice for protection against fire risks. Editor’s Note: This article is for homeowners who want to understand how the right roof, specifically a Class A fire-rated system, can help shield their property from fire threats. ...
