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Writer's pictureDeborah Grow

Roofers encounter many hazards

Updated: Jan 30, 2019


Roofers encounter many hazards on the job, including hazards associated with working at heights and from ladders, power tools, electricity, noise, hazardous substances, and extreme temperatures. Unless these hazards are controlled by the employer, roofers risk serious injury, illness and death.




Two Roofing Companies Cited after Colorado Workers Exposed to Fall Hazards


Roofing contractor Aspen Contracting, Inc., and subcontractor J Cuellar, LLC, were cited for repeatedly failing to protect workers from fall hazards, and failing to conduct regular inspections of the worksite. J Cuellar was cited for a fall protection violation. The companies face penalties totaling $147,998.


Read the news release for more information. From the OSHA Newsletter January 17, 2019

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