Due to the fact that roofers work high above the ground most of the time, their jobs are inherently dangerous. Working on roofs can be extremely dangerous. There have been many cases where a roofer has lost his life after falling from a height. Due to the fact that roofers work high above the ground … Read more
While slips and falls are the most common causes of death and injuries among roofers, there are other factors that cause roofing-related injuries and fatalities. Did you know that roofers are twice as likely to die in a worksite accident than other construction workers? Every year, about 50 roofers are killed on the job. While … Read more
Roofing is a dangerous job, and a mistake in this profession can lead to very serious injuries, possibly even fatalities. According to OSHA, falls are the leading cause of death in the construction industry. From 2003 to 2013, there have been over 3,500 fatalities and falls from roofs accounted for nearly 34% of them. This … Read more
Construction workers, especially roofers, do some of the most dangerous jobs in the country. Roofing accidents are extremely common in the construction industry and often cause serious and life-threatening injuries. Roofing workers have to use ladders to reach the roofs of the buildings and houses and this makes them susceptible to falls and other serious injuries. … Read more
Victims of roofing accidents often face challenges in receiving their rightful compensation. In addition to heights that roofers are expected to work at, there are other dangers they are exposed to. According to a report published by Dr. Sang Choi in the Journal of Safety, Health and Environmental Research, roofers are exposed to six times more risks of suffering a … Read more
Roofing workers need to be extremely cautious during the sweltering heat of summer months. Roofing is not an easy or pleasant job on any day and during the summer months it becomes even more difficult. It been compared to working in a blast furnace. The biggest threat is that of heat-related injuries; however, there are other hazards … Read more