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International Roofing Expo Officials Preparing for 2021 Event with Enhanced Health Protocols

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

July 20, 2020

Following a record-breaking 2020 International Roofing Expo, IRE officials are taking no chances by implementing strict health and safety guidelines for the 2021 expo.

Preventing Heat-Related Illnesses and OSHA Fines

Benjamin S. Lowenthal

July 13, 2020

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A 2019 court case sheds light on what roofing contractors need to know about OSHA and how it deals with heat-related hazards and citations.

VIDEO: Privacy Protections and Flattening the Economic COVID-19 Curve

July 9, 2020

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Contractors seeking aid from the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic should prepare for the collections process as the economic crisis continues.

Roofing Contractors Prove Two Things During COVID-19 Pandemic

Roofing contractors don’t always get a fair shake, but the COVID-19 pandemic has revealed two truths about the industry.

Chris Gray

July 6, 2020

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The first is that roofing is essential for helping people stay safe by literally keeping a roof over their heads.

COVID-19 Crisis: Roofers Re-emerge with Technology

July 6, 2020

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New high-tech tools are helping keep roofing contractors afloat despite concerns about cyber-safety.

VIDEO: KPost Stays Focused Despite Spike in Texas’ COVID-19 Cases

June 30, 2020

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Dallas-based KPost Roofing & Waterproofing share how it has remained safe and focused on business as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Texas.

COVID-19: Roofing Contractors Across the U.S. Strike the Balance of Staying Safe While Economically Viable

COVID-19 Crisis: Ready to Reopen

Art Aisner

June 9, 2020

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Roofing contractors across the country that were unable to remain open during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic have been getting back to work.

MRCA Cancels 71st Annual Conference & Expo Over COVID-19 Concerns

Chris Gray

June 4, 2020

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The MRCA has canceled its 71st Annual Conference & Expo scheduled for this fall due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

OSHA Issues Social Distancing Alert to Keep Workers Safe During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 28, 2020

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OSHA is encouraging employers to take steps like isolating workers who begin to exhibit symptoms and establish flexible worksites and hours to keep employees safe during the pandemic.

Survey Data Shows Roofing Contractors Optimistic About COVID-19 Recovery

Art Aisner

May 21, 2020

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The most recent data suggests roofing contractors are maintaining a positive outlook for reopening and returning to normal business levels during the COVID-19 pandemic.