Falls are one of the leading causes of death in the roofing industry each year not only for roofers but homeowners as well. Safety is one of our main objections here at Atkins roofing and there are several cautions and procedures you should followed to help reduce and eliminate your risk of falling.
For a roof inspection we recommend calling a roofer who works for a roofing contractor to evaluate your roof. Our roofer know how to look for placement of a an anchor point and if they need to they will set-up a restraint system. Assess the height, condition and slope of the roof for additional fall protection, if required. If you insist on doing it yourself then we provided you with some safety tips.
Never work on a wet roof it can be slippery from the rain or moss that can grow on your roof.
- Make sure to keep your work area as clean as you can of dirt, tools, and debris if possible.
- Wear safety footwear make sure you have soft-soled boots they provide the best roof traction also if it has grips on the bottom.
- When you are working on a steep angled roof make sure to protect yourself with recommend safety equipment like a safety harness, net, and guardrails.
- Make sure to set up your ladder in a stable place and climb it properly.
- Wear a safety helmet it will protect your head and can prevent anymore serious injury if you do fall.
Many accidents happen cause of the ladder. For accessing your roof use the proper ladder height and make sure to set it up correctly check and make sure that you inspected the ladder for any damages like loose footings. When placing your ladder make sure it is cleared of any vegetation and that it is anchored from the bottom to the top any loose gutters are to be avoided at all times. You should be aware of all your footing on the roof at all times. Like any broken or loose tiles, crumbled mortar, leaking solar panels and any moss growth. When on your roof take the time to look at your roof thoroughly paying close attention to your movements is a key factor in preventing a fall. Block it off from all children and pets and identify and avoid all of the site dangerous area like dangerous power lines and unsafe roof access areas. Roofers in orange county understand and are aware of the factors and areas that are dangerous on a roof. Call Atkins roofing to get a evaluation for any repairs you need on your roof today!