Many hazards that are present during roofing work seem pretty
obvious. However, the practical reality is that solutions for
eliminating or reducing those hazards may be neglected on occasion
for a variety of reasons. The following collection of photos
illustrates the benefits of proper application of health and safety
regulations and best practices and the potential danger and harm
that may result from disregarding those regulations and
practices.
If workers are replacing roof deck materials or working around
holes or openings, protect workers with personal fall-arrest
systems.
For steep-slope roofs (those with slopes greater than 4-in-12
[33 percent]), workers need to be protected with personal
fall-arrest systems.
Don't substitute caution tape for a properly flagged and
configured warning-line system for fall protection on...
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