With summer weather approaching, commercial and residential roofing contractors should be sure to provide training to temporary and permanent employees on heat-related hazards and to develop and implement a heat-hazard prevention and safety plan.
At a minimum, the heat-hazard training and plan to abate an excessive heat hazard should include: (1) loosely worn reflective clothing; (2) a work/rest regimen; (3) providing water and shade; (4) monitoring employees; and (5) an acclimatization protocol that allows employees to gradually increase time spent in hot conditions and build up tolerance to working in the heat.