How To Stand On A Roof Safely

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How to stand on a roof safely.

Standing seam roofing can be walked on pretty much anywhere without damaging it. But if you don t have any other option and you really have to work on a wet metal roof make sure to take all the extra safety measures. Elvis benoit from rooftuneup ca showing how to be safe on the roof. Use a safety rope wear proper rubber footwear wear a safety harness safety glasses gloves anchors and of course use a fall protection system.

Use a sturdy extension ladder that extends at least 3 feet above the eaves to climb onto the roof and secure the bottom to the foundation and the top to the eaves or fascia so it doesn t move. That is instead of stepping straight out in front of you place your feet one at a time sideways as you step up. Lay a 2 6 plank across the brackets and attach it to the brackets with screws. Always face ladder and keep 3 points of contact with it both feet and a hand on stile and don t overreach.

Crouch down slightly to walk down a metal roof safely. Roof brackets are installed on the roofs without making any damage to the roof surface and offers a flat area to step on. Corrugated panels are also safe to walk on as those are screwed right onto the roof decking. Walk up or down a slightly inclined roof by walking as you would on the ground but slowly.

A careful inspection will identify potential hazards and will give. When on a roof you need to wear a harness connected to a securely anchored safety rope. Walk up a steep roof sideways. High pitched roofs are not easy to walk on.

Throw rope with at least 700kg breaking strain right over roof. Up the roof or as close together as needed to make your work safe and convenient. Set another row of roof brackets and planks about every 8 ft. To have a larger area to walk on place planks on top of two roof brackets.

Essentially with each step place the heel of your foot in the gap between tiles roll the arch over the tile and end up with your toe in the next gap. You need slip resistant roofing shoes and a safe sturdy and flat area to stand on while roofing. But not more than 12 in. Make sure the 2 6 extends at least 6 in.