Roofing Safety

VIDEO: Roofing Safety Training for Estimators

Training for estimators is just as important as ensuring the safety of installers on a jobsite

By Chris Gray, Tammy Clark, Jill Bloom, Executive Director, Roofing Contractor

Safety training for roofing installers is obvious and an obligation, as it helps keep them safe while on the job, but have you provided training for your estimators as well?

It may not occur to roofing contractors to give their estimators some training and guidance when it comes to safety, but as Tammy Clark, safety expert and owner of Tammy K. Clark Companies says, this can be a crucial part of keeping them and roofing crews safe.

"One of the reasons that I have created a training program just for estimators and I like to work with estimators is because they're the first touch, they're the first eyes and ears on any project and so I've given them five things that they need to look for," she said.

Clark and RC Publisher Jill Bloom head to a residential jobsite to demonstrate the importance of training estimators on how to evaluate a job so crews can show up prepared to work safely. For instance, conventional fall protection might not work on every job, while others need to be cautious about working near electrical lines.

By evaluating a job's safety risks and the lay of the land, estimators can even help determine how materials will be shipped and managed on the job and reduce the risk of property damage.

"There are a lot of challenges with residential projects: 'How am I gonna get my materials into the project, onto the roof without putting my employees at risk of carrying things up and down?'" she said. "How are we going to get the materials out of the project?"

Watch the full video here for more tips on training estimators to help ensure safety.

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Chris Gray is the former editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro. He has worked in the fields of journalism and copywriting for nearly 20 years, ranging from local print newspapers to the multi-media promotion of international artists.

Reach him at 248-244-6498 or grayc@bnpmedia.com.

Tammy K. Clark is a highly credentialed health, safety and compliance professional who works in the fields of industrial, hygiene, occupational and environmental health and safety.

Jill Bloom is the innovative Executive Director of Roofing Contractor, Walls & Ceilings, Building Enclosure, Roofing Supply Pro, and the highly regarded Best of Success event. With a deep commitment to advancing the roofing, construction, and building enclosure industries, Jill oversees a robust portfolio of publications, podcasts, and events that empower professionals with knowledge, inspiration, and connections.

Her brands deliver exceptional value across multiple platforms, including:

Techos y Más, the Spanish-language newsletter of Roofing Contractor.
Safety Advisor, a newsletter focused on critical resources for jobsite safety.
Thermal Talk, a newsletter focused on insights and news for the insulation contractor.
eRock, a leading newsletter for drywall contractors.
The Enclosure Experts podcast, offering architects deep insights into building enclosure technologies.
If Walls Could Talk, a podcast dedicated to exploring trends and innovations for the wall and ceiling contractor.
The Best of Success Podcast, providing thought leadership and practical advice for roofing professionals.

Jill’s passion for professional development and fostering industry connections is exemplified by the Best of Success event, a premier gathering of contractors, suppliers, and thought leaders for unmatched education and networking.