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Articles Tagged with ''safety equipment''

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Roofing Safety

Scottish Roofing Accident Highlights Need for Lift Safety Precautions

Contractor fell 15 feet after bus crashes into cherry picker
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 17, 2024
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A roofing accident across the pond serves as a reminder to take precautions when using lifts, especially when near roads and streets.


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Safety Products

Ergodyne's Head Protection Expansion Goes Beyond Hard Hat Zones

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
August 6, 2024
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Ergodyne's expanded head protection caters to workers facing hazards from worker-generated and object-generated impacts, as well as reflective sticker kits for enhanced visibility for those working in hard-hat zones.



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Werner introduced the ProForm Switchpoint for its ProForm SP Full Body Harness to create a self-rescue system (pictured).
Saftey Innovation

Werner Introduces New ‘Self-Rescue’ Harness Add-On for Post-Fall Safety

The “ProForm Switchpoint Self-Rescue System” provides controlled lowering and simple transition for descent
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 24, 2024
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Werner unveiled the ProForm Switchpoint self-rescue system, allowing workers to self-rescue from falls using their ProForm SP harness. 


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Roofing Safety

Roofing Safely During a Solar Eclipse

Solar eclipses don't happen often, so it's important to know what precautions to take when working during the celestial event
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 4, 2024
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When working outdoors during a solar eclipse, roofing contractors should take these precautions to avoid severe eye damage.


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The Impact of Time Pressure on Fall Hazards for Roofing Contractors
Roofing Safety

The Impact of Time Pressure on Fall Hazards for Roofing Contractors

Steven John Cumper
March 28, 2024
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Everything roofers need to know about the impact of time pressure on fall hazards. 


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WorkSafe Company, a manufacturer of fall safety equipment, has announced a significant redesign of its pump jack and ladder jack scaffolding fall protection systems.
Fall Protection Product News

WorkSafe Unveils Major Design Change in Pump Jack and Ladder Jack Scaffold Safety Equipment

Fall protection systems for pump jack and ladder jack scaffolding are now more transportable, efficient for both commercial and residential in-field use
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
January 17, 2024
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Fall protection systems for pump jack and ladder jack scaffolding are now more transportable, efficient for both commercial and residential in-field use. IRE Booth #6711.


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Werner Celebrated a Great 2023
Awards News

WernerCo Has Stellar 2023, Receives Plaudits from Fast Company Magazine

Industry-leading products and corporate culture shone in the spotlight for the safety and equipment manufacturer
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
January 5, 2024
One Comment

WernerCo celebrated a historic 2023 with multiple industry awards for its innovative products, including ProForm harness and Fiberglass Stepladders, recognitions from Fast Company, OSHA and others.


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Safety Expert Tammy Clark explains the challenges of fall safety during this rooftop demonstration on proper ladder use.
Roofing Safety

VIDEO: On-site Ladder Safety for Roofers

Safety Expert Tammy Clark explains the challenges of fall safety during this rooftop demonstration on proper ladder use.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
December 22, 2023
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In this video, RC Publisher Jill Bloom goes on the rooftop with certified safety expert Tammy Clark to show how to help prevent injuries and fatalities from falls.
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Roofing Safety

Florida Roofing Contractor Cited Once Again for Fall Protection Violations

Since 2022, the Jacksonville, Fla-based contractor has been cited in four investigations
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 1, 2023
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Latest citation from OSHA marks fourth time in two years the roofing contractor has been fined for safety-related violations, including fall hazards and lack of proper PPE.


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Crime Blotter

Would-Be ‘Spider-Man’ Burglar Gets Stuck During Rappel From Roof

Slipshod attempt to emulate ‘stuntman crime’ goes awry
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 20, 2023
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A suspected burglar in Patterson, Calif., was caught after a failed attempt to rappel from a business’s roof.  


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