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An overlooked aspect of roofing safety is the estimator. By properly training an estimator, roofing contractors can nip property damage, materials handling and safety issues in the bud.

Severe winter storms hit the U.S., dropping heavy snow, collapsing roofs, and halting travel. Midwest and East Coast received up to 12 inches, while California experienced flooding, mudslides, and structural damage.  

J. J. Keller adds virtual reality training to its online portal, offering immersive simulations across 16 courses, aiding engagement, retention and convenience for safety-oriented training.

Named in reference to an OSHA standard, the FT-1910 safety harness provides workers with unmatched support, durability, and comfort.

A roofing worker suffered severe electrical burns, and six homes were damaged after a power line energized a gutter system, sparking fires in a west Houston townhome community.

KStrong's new rooftop safety system is designed for use when structural anchors are unavailable. 

Australian researchers have developed what is known as the “JHA Knowledge Graph,” a groundbreaking tool automating job hazard analysis, enhancing safety for roofers by predicting site-specific risks and reducing injuries.

In this video, RC speaks with Safety Consultant Tammy Clark about the dangers of a one-size-fits-all approach to safety.

Hurricane-force winds swept through Anchorage, Alaska, on Jan. 12, with gusts near 110 mph, causing structural failures, including part of a home's roof captured on video.