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Enhancing safety with tailgate meetings
By Cotney Consulting Group. Invest in the safety of your workforce today by integrating regular tailgate meetings into your routine. Workplace injuries are the worst-case scenario on any job site, negatively impacting employee morale, productivity and profitability. In the roofing industry, where the risk of accidents is high, proactive safety education is ...
Enhancing the safety and efficiency of your roofing company's fleet
By Cotney Consulting Group. Investing in a comprehensive fleet management program is not just about compliance; it's about creating a sustainable and safe working environment that benefits your business in the long run. A roofing contractor's commercial auto fleet is essential to the success of their business. Minimizing vehicle downtime, lengthening asset ...
Essential defensive driving tips for roofing industry professionals
By Cotney Consulting Group. Safe driving is essential for everyone, but it is particularly important for professionals in the roofing industry who often drive long distances and transport heavy materials. Driving is a critical part of the roofing industry, whether you're transporting materials, traveling to job sites or meeting with clients. With ...
Rooftop safety for metal roofing
By Rob Haddock, president of the Metal Roof Advisory Group and CEO and founder of S-5! In the U.S., it is the responsibility of the employer to protect the employee from rooftop hazards. Work-related accidents such as falling off a roof can result in serious and fatal injuries. These accidents are ...
6 reasons drones are the future of roof inspections
By EagleView. From safety to accuracy and efficiency, learn why drones are now crucial tools in the damage assessment industry. Spring and fall are key times for routine roof maintenance and the experts here at EagleView explain that at least two maintenance checks a year are necessary to keep roofs ...
Is your roofing company prepared for an emergency?
By Cotney Consulting Group. Creating and implementing an EAP fosters unity and preparedness within your team. Emergencies can strike at times. For roofing contractors, having a well-developed Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is a regulatory requirement from OSHA and a crucial component of workplace safety. Here's a step-by-step guide to creating and implementing ...
Working safe and staying profitable
By SteelGrip SAMM. Hear about how this tool can help you keep your feet under you, metaphorically and literally. Safety tools shouldn’t be a competition. A variety of safety tools on your truck to address conditions will make you profitable. I built pole barns in high school and saw guys come off ...
OSHA’s heat illness prevention rulemaking advances: Implications for the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Roofing companies can safeguard their workforce and ensure compliance with new regulations by staying informed, engaging in the rulemaking process and proactively implementing heat illness prevention measures. With summer approaching, the roofing industry must stay vigilant about the safety of its workers in rising temperatures. The Occupational Safety ...
Staying safe in the heat
By Cotney Consulting Group. Working in the heat poses significant risks, but these risks can be managed effectively with proactive measures and a commitment to safety. Working in the heat on the roof can quickly take a toll. As temperatures rise, so do the risks of heat-related illnesses. Equipping your team with ...
NRCA and 1Life Software partner to launch the Safety Excellence Program
NRCA members can systemize and communicate safety standards while monitoring and coaching in real time to drive performance and safety outcomes. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has partnered with 1Life Software, a team of award-winning safety professionals and software developers, to launch the Safety Excellence Program. With the goal of reducing ...
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