The Roofing Alliance unveils a new training course and report on heat stress in roofing. The Heat Stress for Roofers Training Course and Final Report are now available for purchase in NRCA’s Bookstore.
The report and training modules provide important industry heat stress data and its effects on roofers including how to prevent heat-related illnesses, contributing risk factors, policies and regulations surrounding heat stress, as well as a guide for providing a workplace heat-related illness plan.
Spearheaded by Dr. Kenneth Sands from Florida Gulf Coast University and funded by the Roofing Alliance, the research focused on three pivotal objectives:
“Special thanks go out to the Roofing Alliance Task Force Chairman Rudy Gutierrez of Shell Roofing Solutions and his dedicated task force members, along with Dr. Kenneth Sands and his team, for their exemplary efforts in developing this invaluable resource,” commented Roofing Alliance Executive Director, Alison L. LaValley, CAE.
The Heat Stress for Roofers Training Course and Final Report are free for all Roofing Alliance members and available for purchase for all others in NRCA’s Bookstore.
About the Roofing Alliance
The Roofing Alliance serves as a catalyst for innovation, uniting a dedicated community of 196 roofing professionals representing all sectors of the industry. With a commitment of more than $16 million, the Roofing Alliance funds essential research and training initiatives; fosters educational advancement opportunities through its renowned Melvin Kruger Scholarship Program; spearheads vital workforce initiatives; and recognizes exemplary individuals through its esteemed Most Valuable Player Awards Program. Moreover, it champions philanthropic outreach within the roofing industry by safeguarding communities through its impactful partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities®. View more information about becoming a Roofing Alliance member, or contact Alison L. LaValley, CAE, the Roofing Alliance’s executive director, at alavalley@nrca.net.
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