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Safety Posts
The silica citation nobody sees coming
By Cotney Consulting Group. Why roofing crews are getting flagged, and how you can avoid it. Many roofing contractors are surprised when an OSHA inspector brings up silica exposure. After all, most roofers don’t think of themselves as “silica trades.” They’re not mining, blasting or pouring concrete, silica citations are appearing ...
Building safety that sticks
By Cotney Consulting Group. Turning compliance into culture on roofing jobsites. Safety isn’t just a program, a manual or a meeting. It’s what happens when leadership, training and accountability come together on a jobsite day after day, without exception. Yet, too often in roofing, safety culture gets reduced to slogans and paperwork. ...
Protecting roofers and strengthening the trade
By Emma Peterson. A look at how NFRC is driving higher standards across the industry through a variety of campaigns and partnerships. With a legacy that dates back to 1892 and a membership that includes over 1,500 roofing companies, National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is one of the ...
Keeping up with an industry that demands a lot from the people who keep it moving
By NRCA. The NRCA shares ways roofing professionals can manage anxiety. From changing weather and tight schedules to customer expectations, labor challenges and business pressures, roofing professionals often carry more than the work in front of them. The National Roofing Contractors Association is encouraging contractors and their teams to recognize the importance ...
Don’t step through, step back and plan
By Emma Peterson. Learn about NFRC’s newest safety campaign – Don't Fall for Fragile. From heavy lifting requirements and potentially dangerous machinery to working at heights, there’s a lot of safety risks that come with working in the roofing trade. At the same time, we’ve made a lot of ...
NRCA expands mental health support with free suicide prevention training
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. By making suicide prevention training readily available, NRCA is helping companies create safer, healthier workplaces while fostering a culture of care and support. Mental health continues to be one of the most important conversations taking place across the roofing industry. Roofing professionals face unique pressures, including physically ...
The roof deck integrity assessment tool: A critical safety resource for roofers
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Why roof deck assessments are essential before any roofing project. Safety has always been one of the most important responsibilities in the roofing industry. Before a roofing crew ever steps onto a roof, contractors need confidence that the roof deck can support workers, materials and equipment. ...
Routine doesn’t mean risk-free
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Tips for staying alert in building maintenance. There’s a unique mindset that comes with building maintenance work. Unlike construction crews who move from project to project, maintenance technicians return to the same properties day after day. They know the buildings, understand the systems and learn the ...
Roofing equipment maintenance extends performance and safety
By Jesse Sanchez. A consistent maintenance routine helps contractors reduce downtime, improve efficiency and protect crews on the job. Maintaining roofing equipment is not just a matter of upkeep; it is a direct driver of jobsite performance, safety and long-term cost control. For contractors operating in demanding environments, companies like ...
NFRC launches new campaign, Don’t Fall for Fragile
Those who pledge will receive a PDF poster to print and display at their workplace, a certificate, NFRC guidance and a social media pack. Falls from through fragile roofs and rooflights remain the leading cause of fatality in the workplace and contribute to a high percentage of workplace injuries. National ...
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