On jul 20 2010.
Safety on a slanted roof.
Gaf has partnered with the national roofing contractors association nrca and western states roofing contractors association wsrca to develop a resource for roofing contractors.
6 essential safety tips written by doityourself staff.
Roof holes unguarded skylights and poorly covered holes.
It comes as a set that includes a rope roof anchor harness and lanyard for adjusting the tension of the rope.
Fasten the top of the ladder with rope or wire tied to a secure anchoring point such as a 20d nail driven into a rafter.
Both can be damaged easily and loose pieces can cause falls.
The same is true of tile and slate roofs.
A roofing harness provides the extra security you need when working on such a roof.
Safety is always a priority for a contractor especially on the roof.
Stepping from the ladder to the roof or from the roof to the ladder is precarious and can be unnerving.
Some roofs are too steep for the average person to walk on comfortably and it is best to leave steep slope roofs to the professional.
Even the simplest job can incur hazards and safety risks when you re working at such a height even if your house is only one story.
Before you even think about laying down your first shingle review your roof safety rules first.