Rooftop Solar

Hazard Overview – Industrial Roof

Fall hazards are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities in the World. As per OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration, USA), falls from elevated surfaces such as roofs, skylights, and unprotected edges of buildings are considered significant hazards. Here’s an overview of OSHA’s guidelines for fall...

Roof Safety: Solar Rooftop Walkway | Chemey

Roof safety is a system of preventive and safety measures when performing work and repairs on rooftops. Roof safety should be practiced while on the job to avoid personal injuries and structural damage. Performing roof work exposes workers to risks such as falls, which are the leading cause of death...

Guardrails – A popular form of fall protection on rooftop

Whenever our customers ask us to recommend a rooftop safety solution, we always follow hierarchy of hazard control to recommend the most appropriate form of fall protection. Avoid working a height or Eliminate hazard by redesigning work practice Prevent falls using collective equipment Restraint falls using personal protective equipment Arrest...

Roof Top Safety: Active vs. Passive Fall Protection Systems

Roof Top Safety: Active vs. Passive Fall Protection Systems Anytime you are tasked to keep someone safe from falling, one decision must be made first. Do I select a Passive System or Active System? Understanding the difference between passive and active fall protection is a great place to start. From there you...

Safe Access to Rooftop Solar Installations-Rooftop Railing & Walkway

Rooftop Solar Installations are growing, so grows the need of people working on roof and their safety. On a metal roof there are many safety concerns. The metal ribs of standing seam roof and Crest of troughed sheet can cause a significant trip hazard. Additionally, the metal roof may not be...