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Step right: Preventing foot injuries in roofing

By Cotney Consulting Group. Step right, stay sharp and keep your crew on solid footing. Roofers rely on their feet more than most workers in the trades. Climbing ladders, walking uneven surfaces, balancing on steep slopes and carrying heavy materials start from the ground up. That's why foot safety isn't just a ...


Safety with every step

Safety with every step

By Emma Peterson. From guardrails to roof hatches, Tremco WTI is creating safer jobsites and building team trust. A recent data bulletin from the Center for Construction Research and Training revealed a concerning trend – more than 300 fatal falls and over 20,000 nonfatal falls have been reported in ...


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The first line of defense: Using fire extinguishers safely on the jobsite

By Cotney Consulting Group. When a flame ignites, your extinguisher is the first line of defense, and your crew's safety depends on what happens in the next 30 seconds. Fire hazards are more common in the roofing industry than many contractors realize. Whether you're working with torches, hot asphalt, adhesives or electrical ...


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Worn tires, real risks: Why contractors can't afford to ignore tire safety

By Cotney Consulting Group. The best way to protect your team on the job is to ensure they get there safely in the first place. In the contracting industry, job site safety usually brings fall protection, PPE or ladder safety to mind. But what about the drive to the site? For ...


Cotney Consulting Group Why first aid readiness matters in roofing

Why first aid readiness matters in roofing

By Cotney Consulting Group. Being prepared with the proper first aid knowledge and equipment can differentiate between a minor incident and a major emergency. Roofing is one of the construction industry's most physically demanding and high-risk trades. Whether a slip on a steep pitch, a burn from hot bitumen or a nail ...


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A roofer's guide to chemical exposure prevention

By Cotney Consulting Group. Don't overlook this invisible — and potentially deadly — threat. When most people think of roofing hazards, they picture high ladders, steep slopes and fall protection systems. However, chemical exposure is one of the more invisible — and often overlooked — threats to a roofing job site. From ...


Cotney Consulting Group - Best practices for lift truck safety in roofing

Best practices for lift truck safety in roofing

By Cotney Consulting Group. By training operators properly, conducting regular inspections, respecting load limits and staying aware of surroundings, contractors can create a safer, more efficient job site. In the roofing industry, efficiency and safety go hand in hand — and nowhere is this more apparent than in industrial lift ...


Cotney Consulting Group Confined space dangers every roofer should know

Confined space dangers every roofer should know

By Cotney Consulting Group. Confined spaces demand more than common sense, requiring planning, training and humility. In the roofing world, most focus understandably revolves around what’s above our heads—weather, heights, slopes and safety harnesses. But some of the deadliest hazards aren’t high above; they’re deep inside. Confined spaces present a unique and ...


Keeping pedestrians safe around roofing sites

Keeping pedestrians safe around roofing sites

By Cotney Consulting Group. Being proactive about pedestrian safety shows you're committed to quality work and caring about the people around you. When we think about roofing safety, our minds often go straight to harnesses, ladders, fall protection and heat stress. However, another area deserves just as much attention: the safety of ...


Roofing safety starts with jobsite evaluation

Roofing safety starts with jobsite evaluation

By Cotney Consulting Group. Safety is not a burden — it's a competitive advantage. A safe roofing crew is more efficient, confident and trusted by clients. Getting caught up in production — materials, deadlines, labor coordination and client expectations is easy in the roofing business. But before the first shingle is lifted, ...


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