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Video: BJ’s Roof Collapses During New Jersey Flash Flooding

Twenty-seven people evacuated safely

July 10, 2026

Torrential rain triggered widespread flooding, power outages and transportation disruptions across New Jersey as part of a BJ’s roof collapsed in Ocean Township.

Roof Safety Spotlight

Roof Safety Spotlight: Daniel James

Veteran roofing safety leader Daniel James spends his day-to-day working with roofing contractors and construction leaders to align safety with positive business outcomes.

Art Aisner

July 6, 2026

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Meet veteran roofing safety leader Daniel James.

Receiving fines from OSHA for fall hazard violations

Roofing Safety

U.S. Labor Department Announces $13 Million in Worker Safety Grants

Administered by OSHA, the grants aim to advance the job quality of the American workforce in small businesses like roofing companies.

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 6, 2026

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Grant applications can be submitted online by July 31.

Rooftop walkway and guardrail mounted with S-5! standing seam clamps

Safety Equipment

How to Improve Fall Protection Safety on Metal Roofs

Falls remain the leading cause of construction fatalities, making OSHA-compliant fall protection systems essential for contractors working on metal roofs

Rob Haddock

June 26, 2026

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Falls remain the leading cause of construction fatalities, making OSHA-compliant fall protection systems essential for contractors working on metal roofs.

Roofing Safety

HCR Group Launches Unified Safety Excellence Platform

New initiative strengthens accountability, training, and field leadership across the Western United States.

Art Aisner

June 12, 2026

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HCR Group unveils new safety initiative and new safety director.

Safety Awards

Apply Now for Safety Professional of the Year 2026

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. seeks applicants for the 2026 SPOTY Awards, honoring safety professionals with prizes valued at $47,000.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 3, 2026

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Safety professionals may apply or be nominated for the SPOTY Awards by 5 p.m. CST on July 31.

SMS Safety Award Phoebe McCorkindale, Phil Kweton and Ben Kweton

Safety Awards

Sheet Metal Supply receives Acuity Insurance Safety Award

Sheet Metal Supply was founded in 1991, and has 52 employees working in its state-of-the-art 80,000 square-foot facility in Illinois.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 2, 2026

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One of the leading fabricators serving the metal roofing and construction industries earns top safety honors.

Roofing Safety

Safety Spotlight: On Top Safety

Veteran roofing safety leaders Jeff Murray and John Carroccia have fall prevention on-the-mind at On Top Safety.

Art Aisner

June 1, 2026

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Meet Jeff Murray and John Carroccia, veteran roofing safety leaders who have fall prevention on-the-mind as the braintrust behind On Top Safety.

Safety News

What are the Safest Roofing Facilities Across North America?

ARMA honors asphalt roofing facilities across North America for workplace safety.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 22, 2026

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More than 80 asphalt roofing manufacturing facilities are recognized for low safety incident rates among workers.

Worker wearing a Werner fall protection harness designed for construction and roofing sites.

Safety Gear

Werner Redesigns Fall Protection Harness Lineup

Update adds visual cues, fit and comfort for roofing contractors.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 16, 2026

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Werner has redesigned its Blue Armor, ProForm and LiteFit harness lines, adding visual inspection cues and fit updates aimed at workers who use fall protection on jobsites.