By Cotney Consulting Group. Look into the intricate factors that fuel these incidents, and explore the motivations guiding people's actions to illuminate the complex ties between human performance and SIFs. Roofing contractors are acutely aware that safety is non-negotiable in our industry. Despite rigorous safety measures, Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) incidents ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Mastering the quick exposure check (QEC) to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders As roofing contractors, your job demands physical strength and endurance, but it also comes with its fair share of risks, especially regarding work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Protecting your team from these hazards is not just a matter ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. The importance of protective hearing goes beyond immediate safety concerns as contractors in the roofing industry are constantly at risk. In roofing contracting, where power tools, heavy machinery and metal clanging against metal fill the air, protecting one's hearing is paramount. Roofing professionals are constantly exposed to ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. A well-run safety program is an investment that pays off in the long run, ensuring a secure and thriving roofing contracting business. Safety should always be a top priority in the fast-paced world of roofing contracting. A comprehensive safety program protects your workers from harm and shields your ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Horizontal lifeline systems play a crucial role in protecting roofing workers. However, in order for the system to be effective, you must ensure that proper installation, regular maintenance and thorough training are understood at all levels. Working at heights is an inherent risk for professionals in the roofing ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Elevated work is the norm in the roofing industry, so meticulous safety precautions such as the precision of fall distance calculations within fall arrest systems. In the roofing industry, where elevated work is the norm, meticulous safety precautions are paramount. Central to this safety net is the precision ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. As the construction workforce continues to age, safety in the workplace is even more important. The construction sector has always been the backbone of infrastructure and development. The industry continues to grow as buildings are erected, and roofs are installed. However, beneath the buzzing sound of drills and ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Understand who should be involved in preplanning and how to preplan. In part one of this series, we reviewed some of the most important reasons and benefits of why you need to preplan to reduce risks. Part two of this series will discuss who should be involved in ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Understanding why employees are not meeting expectations or experiencing injuries despite well-established standards, programs, policies, procedures and training cannot be overstated. Performance discrepancies, incident occurrence and operational losses are common within any industry, but the question remains: Are they mere accidents? The organization must assess why projects or ...
By Cotney Consulting Group. Today, integrating technology into construction processes is not just an option but necessary to ensure a safer work environment. Unfortunately, while crucial for global development, the construction industry tops the charts in workplace injuries and fatalities. Safety, therefore, is paramount. This article dives deep into how construction technology ...