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Roofing Products

Product Focus: Safety Tools and Equipment

By Roofing Contractor Staff
Bilco Bil-Guard 2.0
March 25, 2024

Bil-Guard 2.0

BILCO Company

Bil-Guard 2.0, a roof hatch railing system made by The BILCO Company, provides permanent fall protection for roof hatch openings. The hatches meet and exceed OSHA fall protection regulations (29 CFR 1910.23). Features include aluminum rails, mounting brackets, stainless steel hardware, and a standard self-closing latching gate. The lightweight Bil-Guard 2.0 is easy to move to the roof level. The system attaches directly to the roof hatch cap flashing without penetrating the roofing membrane. Quick-mount curb brackets make secure installation easy. Pivoting mounting sleeves with compression fittings lock the railing in place. For more information, visit bilco.com.

SOPRANATURE

Guardrail Fall Protection System

WorkSafe

WorkSafe’s new guardrail fall protection kit allows roofers to turn their existing extension ladders into a rock-solid multi-anchor point system. This OSHA-compliant system adds extra protection for laborers working at heights while giving them more confidence and peace of mind. The safe and affordable system includes a 21-foot guardrail (made of three 7-foot sections), two quick-connect guardrail brackets, eight single rail brackets to secure the ladders to the structure being worked on, and two telescoping end stops. The reusable system can be set up wherever you need a guardrail. For more information, visit safetyhoistcompany.com.

Outdoor shoe, Footwear, Brown, Sneakers

Men's Safety-Crafted Dark Brown 6-Inch Waterproof Work Boot

The Frye Company

The Frye Company supplies its iconic heritage styles and quality craftsmanship to the safety footwear market with the Men's Safety-Crafted Dark Brown 6-inch Waterproof Work Boot. The waterproof, steel-toe work boots are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the job. Safety features like a steel toe, built-in electrical hazard protection, and slip-resistant outsoles provide the foundation needed to face every challenge head-on. The iconic Goodyear Welt Construction is among the best at preventing water from entering the soles at the seams. When paired with Hydrotex waterproofing and moisture-wicking lining, your feet will stay comfortable and dry no matter the weather. For more information, visit fryesupply.com.

Road surface, Construction worker, Sky, Asphalt, Cloud, Yellow

RACE Rail Skylight Safety Kit

Big Rock Supply

Now, there's a quick and easy way to protect your workers and allow them to work around a low-slope rooftop skylight without being tied off! The RACE Rail Skylight Safety Kit is the first non-penetrating adjustable skylight protection system that allows unobstructed access to the roof surrounding the skylight, and it takes just minutes to install! Adjustable to fit a 30-inch by 30-inch skylight up to a 4-foot by 4-foot skylight. The optional extension kit will accommodate a 4-foot by 8-foot skylight.

The kit is:

  • OSHA Compliant
  • Adjustable
  • Quick and Easy to Install
  • Patented
  • Non-penetrating

Visit www.bigrocksupply.com for more information.

Component Guardrail

Component Guardrail

SafePro

Component Guardrail is custom-designed for every project and features Strongtight components that ensure a solid feel throughout the system with minimal micro-movements. Modular guardrail means quick setup, repositioning, and takedown. The SafePro patented, counterweight guardrail base uses proprietary geometry to achieve maximum safety with minimal weight. It disperses weight across a large footprint to ensure a roof’s membrane is never compromised. Several permanent mounting options exist, including parapet, membrane, or wall mount to fit nearly any rooftop or indoor application. All prefabricated railing sections are available in galvanized finish or powder-coated safety yellow, considered OSHA-compliant guardrails. For more information, visit safeprosafety.com.

The Werner Bantam Switch

The Werner Bantam Switch

WernerCo.

The Bantam Switch is the first reverse-system SRL (self-retracting lifeline) for pros working at height. The SRL transfers the weight of the housing unit from the user’s back to the anchor point and lightens the load to zero pounds, thus increasing productivity for those pros working at height. It achieves the industry goal of reducing the weight of the housing unit, which is usually carried on a professional’s back, and allows the user safety, flexibility, and freedom of movement. For more information, visit wernerco.com.

Ladder Latch Pro

Ladder Latch Pro

Ladder Latch Pro

The Ladder Latch Pro is an award-winning safety device that secures and stabilizes the ladder, preventing it from sliding or falling. Designed for homes or buildings with gutters, this patent-pending product creates a stable base to work from and dramatically reduces the risk of ladder-related accidents.

Key features include:

  • Lightweight and Easy to Install: One-handed operation allows for three points of contact on the ladder, adhering to OSHA safety guidelines.
  • Versatile and Gutter-Friendly: The device is compatible with all extension ladders and all gutter types, including those with gutter guards.
  • Adjustable Steel Wedge and Lateral Stability Strap: The adjustable steel wedge and lateral stability strap ensure the ladder stays secure, even when kicked or bumped, and prevent lateral movement.
  • High-Impact Plastic and Stainless Steel: The product is durable and non-corrosive, and it includes a grip coating on touchpoints for non-slip operation.

For more information, visit wernerco.com.

Durango boot, Work boots, Brown, Shoe

Maverick XP

Durango

For the long, hard days on the worksite, farm or ranch, the new Durango Maverick XP collection offers western work boots with first-ever InsulKul technology to keep hard-working feet comfortable in all temperatures, provided with various safety and comfort features. New styles for spring include Tobacco Leaf/ Black Eclipse (DDB0478) and Briar Brown/Crimson Red (DDB0479), which feature an ACS Footbed with InsulKul vamp lining for insulation and cooling, as well as an X-treme A.C. 360-degree perforated ventilated shaft and air mesh lining to promote maximum airflow. Additionally, waterproof styles in the collection include DDB0480, a composite and square-toed 11-inch boot in Burly Brown/Black; and DDB0481, an 11-inch boot with a soft, rounded toe available in Coyote Brown. For more information, visit durangoboots.com.

KEYWORDS: Bilco Company jobsite safety ladder safety manufacturing tools WernerCo

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