March 2020

“As these are common tools for roofers,
try choosing equipment that reduces exposure
to vibration and have them checked/calibrated
regularly”
where this can’t be avoided, hearing protection
and / or hearing protection zones are required by
law. Use of hand-held vibrating tools such as
breakers, hammer drills and combi-hammers can
lead to illnesses such as Hand-Arm Vibration
Syndrome. As these are common tools for
roofers, try choosing equipment that reduces
exposure to vibration and have them
checked/calibrated regularly. Also, don’t forget
you can try job rotation within the team to reduce
impact.
Vapours
Talking of making the right choices, solvents or
VOCs (volatile organic compounds) within paints
and coatings can create a serious immediate risk
as they give off vapours. Always select paints and
coatings with low VOC content and carefully
follow the application instructions, and ensure
there’s plenty of ventilation.
When the sun shines
Sunshine is a major cause of skin problems for
us all. Keeping covered, wearing a hat, staying in
the shade whenever possible and using a high
factor sunscreen of SPF30 will help protect you
against the harmful effects of the sun. In hot
weather we are all vulnerable to dehydration due
to extreme temperatures. The HSE recommends
that we drink around 250ml (half a pint) of water
every 15 minutes.
Cleanliness
Finally, did you know it is a legal requirement for
all sites to have adequate washing facilities and
all must include a sink large enough to wash your
hands, face and forearms?
At SIG Roofing we have a policy of Zero Harm, our
goal is to provide excellence in health and safety
as we care about the safety of everyone who
comes in to contact with our business, whether
they are customers, visitors or staff.
All of the above is intended as general guidance,
however, for formal legal advice please refer to
the HSE. For the HSE guides on asbestos, silicon
dust, manual handling and noise, visit its website
at www.hse.gov.uk.
Contact SIG Roofing
0845 612 4304
www.sigroofing.co.uk
@SIGRoofing
Tel: 01257 793113 Website: www.geniusroofsolutions.com
Email: info@geniusroofsolutions.com
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A permanent, secret and fail safe device that should be used when replacing a broken slate
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