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Up, up and away: Aerial lifts in the roofing industry
By WRYKER. Aerial lifts are a popular and helpful tool for working at heights, but it is imperative your team knows how to stay safe up there. Working at heights is a necessary part of most roofing projects and many construction projects in general, but it is also one of ...
Building a happy and healthy workplace
By Caitlin Plante, WRYKER Construction Supply. Back injuries are unfortunately common in the construction industry, but there are steps that can be made to lower the risk for your team and your business. Research has shown that one out of every one hundred construction workers will lose a week of ...
Highlights from the 2024 Southwest Region NC SkillsUSA competition
By WRYKER Construction Supply. Over 100 students from across the region gathered to showcase their incredible talents and dedication to their crafts. SkillsUSA is the number one workforce development organization for students. The goal of the organization is to encourage and prepare students to enter the trades. This year, the ...
6 essentials of personal fall arrest systems
By WRYKER Construction Supply. From harnesses to anchor points, mastering the essentials of a personal fall arrest system ensures roofing professionals are equipped with vital tools for every job site. Ensuring roofing professionals' safety on construction sites requires a thorough grasp of fall protection equipment, with the Personal Fall Arrest ...
Out of the frying pan and into the fire
By Julia Farrell, WRYKER Construction Supply. It’s summertime, which often means warm days enjoying a break from winter storms and stressors. But summer brings its own dangers, including heat stress. Heat can be very dangerous, especially for fields like construction where a lot of work is done outside and includes ...
Embracing core values in the construction supply industry
By Jonny Suchor. Wryker’s core values are not only a testament to their own success, but a blueprint for business excellence everywhere. In construction supply, following core values shapes a company’s identity and enhances its operational excellence. Wryker Construction Supply prioritizes safety, service, reliability, integrity and innovation as the pillars ...
The importance of OSHA
By Wryker. Get a high-level overview of what OSHA is and why it matters. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, is something you’ll hear about in every workplace. From mandated breaks to proper equipment usage, OSHA’s goal is to keep people safe and healthy. But, in the complex ...
WRYKER LIVE at IRE 2024
By Jonny Suchor. WRYKER founder Julia Farrell shares her story and mission at IRE 2024. At the 2024 International Roofing Expo, Karen Edwards from RoofersCoffeeShop® had the opportunity to sit down with an inspiring industry leader, Julia Farrell, founder and president of WRYKER Construction Supply. Julia shared her journey and ...
Safety talk draws a full house at IRE 2024!
By Jonny Suchor. Key takeaways from the in-depth talk of the top OSHA violations and safety protocols. Two industry professionals, Julia Farrell and Mason Jeffrey, teamed up at the at the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas to present an informative educational session specifically designed for construction professionals, ...
5 common OSHA citations and strategies for successful compliance
By Wryker Construction Supply. Protect your people and your business using these strategies to ensure your job site is complying with OSHA regulations. Embracing a culture of safety is not only crucial because it keeps your employees happy and healthy, but also keeps your business safe legally. Violations of the ...
