Safety Posts
Understanding human factors in roofing safety to prevent serious injury and fatality incidents
By Cotney Consulting Group. Look into the intricate factors that fuel these incidents, and explore the motivations guiding people's actions to illuminate the complex ties between human performance and SIFs. Roofing contractors are acutely aware that safety is non-negotiable in our industry. Despite rigorous safety measures, Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) incidents ...
Staying safe at elevation
By Julia Farrell, WRYKER. The basics of OSHA’s guardrail system regulations and how to keep your workers safe. It is common for workers in the construction industry, but especially for roofers, to operate at height. This clearly poses safety challenges and concerns, especially regarding the risk of a fall. ...
Enhancing ergonomic safety for roofers
By Cotney Consulting Group. Mastering the quick exposure check (QEC) to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders As roofing contractors, your job demands physical strength and endurance, but it also comes with its fair share of risks, especially regarding work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Protecting your team from these hazards is not just a matter ...
Measuring noise and selecting proper hearing protection
By Cotney Consulting Group. The importance of protective hearing goes beyond immediate safety concerns as contractors in the roofing industry are constantly at risk. In roofing contracting, where power tools, heavy machinery and metal clanging against metal fill the air, protecting one's hearing is paramount. Roofing professionals are constantly exposed to ...
Snow retention is a safety must!
By Dani Sheehan. It’s not just about protecting the rose beds below. Proper snow retention is a safety issue that can be mitigated with proper education and the right accessories. Tradeshows are an essential part of networking in the roofing industry and provide the opportunity to show off new products, ...
Avoiding costly citations: The essential guide to a robust roofing safety program
By Cotney Consulting Group. A well-run safety program is an investment that pays off in the long run, ensuring a secure and thriving roofing contracting business. Safety should always be a top priority in the fast-paced world of roofing contracting. A comprehensive safety program protects your workers from harm and shields your ...
Learn how horizontal lifeline systems save lives in the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Horizontal lifeline systems play a crucial role in protecting roofing workers. However, in order for the system to be effective, you must ensure that proper installation, regular maintenance and thorough training are understood at all levels. Working at heights is an inherent risk for professionals in the roofing ...
MRCA SHARP Plus safety bulletin
By Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA). Safety never goes out of style! Freshen up on your safety practices with MRCA's Toolbox Talks. Enclosed are your SHARP Plus Training materials for this month. These materials are provided in both English and Spanish. Use the links below to view/download: Safety Toolbox Talks: English + Spanish: Torch ...
Fall arrest systems in roofing: Ensuring safety through accurate distance calculations
By Cotney Consulting Group. Elevated work is the norm in the roofing industry, so meticulous safety precautions such as the precision of fall distance calculations within fall arrest systems. In the roofing industry, where elevated work is the norm, meticulous safety precautions are paramount. Central to this safety net is the precision ...
The construction industry's aging workforce: The need for age-focused safety measures
By Cotney Consulting Group. As the construction workforce continues to age, safety in the workplace is even more important. The construction sector has always been the backbone of infrastructure and development. The industry continues to grow as buildings are erected, and roofs are installed. However, beneath the buzzing sound of drills and ...
