How To Work Safely On Roof?

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How To Work Safely On Roof?

• Safety is going to be a primary concern when you
  plan to inspect or work on the roof.

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Precautions that you should be taking

• Working Alone
• While working on the roof dont be alone. No
  guesses why?
• If an accident happens, there should be someone
  to help you out and provide emergency medical
  help.

Setting The Ladder You have to make sure that the
ladder is on a solid level surface. If possible
make use of a ladder stabilizer that attaches to
the top of the ladder. If the legs are sitting on
dirt or the grass surface, dig holes to the
bottom of the ladder in place. If the ladder is
on the porch or a deck, you may consider
attaching a board right behind the legs to
prevent slipping.
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• Dont Walk On Wet Roof
• If you find the roof wet, just try to avoid
  walking on it since a wet roof can be very
  slippery. If there are leaves on the roof, they
  may also make the surface wet.

• Safety Harness
• It is suggested that you always wear a safety
  harness and make sure that it is tied to
  something sturdy. Even if you slip the harness
  will prevent you from falling off. Thus simple
  measures can go a long in making sure that you
  dont meet any accident.

• Get The Right Shoes
• It is always better to wear sturdy shoes or boots
  with good traction to help and reduce the
  slipping. Across the world, while working on roof
  people make use of safety glasses and also wear a
  hard hat.

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• Clean The Roof
• If you are working on the roof on your own, keep
  the site clear of debris and various other
  objects. Make sure that it is clean Nails and
  other old shingles may create a hazard. If any
  tools are not in use should be removed from the
  work-site. They may cause slippage or may cause
  tripping danger.

Keep An Eye On Weather While working on the
roof, it is important to consider the weather if
there are thunderstorms you should put the roof
work to another day.
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In The End Make use of these suggestions along
with many commercial safety solutions and ensure
that you are safe while working.

• Thank You