All workers working on or climbing on ladders at a height of 24 feet or higher are required to have fall protection. 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(19) states that fall protection must be provided whenever the...
Self Supporting Portable Ladder vs Non Self Supporting Portable Ladder | OSHA DEFINITIONS
A self supporting portable ladder is a ladder that you can use without using any other surface beside the ground for support. A-frame ladders and step-ladders are examples of self supporting port...
Dressed Lumber VS Undressed Lumber?
Dressed lumber is lumber that has been machine finished and is smooth on all surfaces.
Undressed Lumber is sawn lumber that has not been planed, sanded, or finished.
OSHA Questions Roofers in Florida Must Know for the Roofing Licensed Exam
How far should portable ladder rails extend above the upper landing?
A non self sustaining portable ladder ladder should be capable of supporting how may times the intended load?
What is the ma...
OSHA Rules all Roofers Must Know
https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3755.pdf
Should I Replace or Repair My Detached Garage Roof?
Your garage roof protects your valuable items, vehicle, and tools from the harsh outside elements. As it’s an integral part of your garage, the decision to replace or repair the roof isn't difficult ...
The Best Materials for a Flat Commercial Roof
With so many roofing options on the market, choosing the right material for your commercial roof can be difficult. As the leading roofing company in the Tampa Bay Area, we’ve worked with many commerc...
Top 4 Surprising Benefits of Metal Roofing Systems
Residential metal roofing is one of the fastest-growing branches of the roofing industry, and for a good reason. If you’re looking for quality and durability, nothing tops metal roofing systems. Whil...
Roof and Siding Damage from Florida Hurricanes
Florida experiences more storms than any other US state. The Sunshine State has been hit by over 500 hundred tropical or subtropical cyclones over the last 150 years. Only eighteen seasons have passe...
Silent Killers: Top 10 Signs of a Failing Roof
A roof replacement is probably one of the most expensive upgrades you’ll make to your home. Roofs don’t last forever, and an average of 7% of all houses in the U.S. have their roofs replaced each yea...
