Dangers of Falls from Roofs

DID YOU KNOW?

More than one-third of fall deaths in residential construction are caused by falls from roofs.

Many workers have been injured when the roofs they were working on collapsed from under them. Before the job begins, you should check the structural integrity of the roof and take all necessary precautions to protect workers. If workers notice signs of structural deterioration (dry rot, for example), an experienced structural inspector should evaluate the area.