By Cotney Consulting Group.
An extension cord is a simple piece of equipment, but like everything on a roof, it can hurt you if you are careless with it.
Every roofing crew uses extension cords for power tools, compressors and generators. But they’re also one of the most overlooked hazards on a ...
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By Cotney Consulting Group.
An extension cord is a simple piece of equipment, but like everything on a roof, it can hurt you if you are careless with it.
Every roofing crew uses extension cords for power tools, compressors and generators. But they’re also one of the most overlooked hazards on a ...
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By Cotney Consulting Group.
Roofing crews who take hose safety seriously work faster, cleaner and with fewer surprises.
Roofers work with compressed air and fluid hoses every day, from pneumatic nail guns and spray rigs to compressors and cleaning tools. These hoses make the job faster and more efficient, but they can ...
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The 2026 NFPA Expo will feature more than 420 exhibitors and over 130 educational sessions.
The National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) will host its annual Conference and expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on June 22-24, 2026. This comprehensive event brings together thousands of the industry’s leading ...
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Upon registering for CERTA train-the-trainer courses, individuals must attest they have some torch-use experience. This basic half-day course will ensure CERTA trainers have some proficiency with torch use.
During this course, participants will learn how to:
Perform the basic skills for assembly, testing, lighting and using a roofing torch to adhere polymer-modified ...
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Falls remain the leading cause of death and injury in the roofing industry, accounting for at least one-third of all construction fatalities. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Subpart M requires that workers receive fall protection training from a competent person. Is your company prepared to meet this standard?
NRCA’s advanced ...
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Join us for an engaging panel discussion about ladder safety featuring industry experts who bring deep field experience and practical insights. This Power Hour will explore the most common causes of ladder-related incidents and the proven strategies organizations can use to prevent them.
Panelists will share real-world examples, best practices and ...
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Join us for a Power Hour designed to help roofing professionals understand and apply the most effective methods for preventing falls on residential job sites. Rich Trewyn, NRCA’s director of risk education and training, will cover key Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, common fall hazards and proven strategies to ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Check out what The Coffee Shops™ readers are clicking on.
It’s hard to even believe that it’s already April. If your March has been anything like ours has been at The Coffee Shops™, it has been very busy! So, to help our readers keep track of everything ...
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By Cotney Consulting Group.
Six steps to protecting your crew when they’re working with steep heights.
Falls remain the leading cause of death in the construction industry, and roofing is one of the highest-risk trades. Whether a simple repair or a large-scale commercial installation, roofing professionals face daily exposure to ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Denver Riggleman dives into how AI can be a lifesaving tool — and why improper use could expose sensitive business data.
When we talk about AI, most conversations focus on the type of business management tasks it can manage. What is often overlooked is how AI ...
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