Roofer Safety Training

A roof is one of the most important parts of any home. It adds aesthetic value and protects people’s considerable investment from inclement weather. Below, you’ll find a list of training topics that are required for most Roofers.

OSHA Required Training

Fall Protection
OSHA Regulation: 1926.503(a)

When OSHA Requires Fall Protection Training:

Required for each employee that may be exposed to fall hazards. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

When there is a change in the workplace or the employer has reason to believe that a trained employee does not have the understanding and skill necessary to perform the job safely.

Downloadable Fall Protection Training Resources (free):

Fall Protection Powerpoint
Fall Protection Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Fall Protection Training Videos (paid):

Fall Protection by Atlantic Training
Fall Protection: Prevent Falling with PPE by Atlantic Training
Fall Protection The Right Connection by Coastal Training

Ladder / Stairway
OSHA Regulation: 1926.1060

When OSHA Requires Ladder / Stairway Training:

Employees that are required to use ladders or stairways should be trained on the hazards associated with their usage. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Provide retraining so that the employee maintains the understanding and knowledge acquired from the training.

Downloadable Ladder / Stairway Training Resources (free):

Ladder Safety Powerpoint
Ladder Safety Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Ladder Safety Training Videos (paid):

Ladder Safety by Atlantic Training
Ladder Safety in Construction by Atlantic Training
Stairways & Ladders by Coastal Training

Scaffolding
OSHA Regulation: 1926.454

When OSHA Requires Scaffolding Training:

Required for employees that are required to work while on a scaffold. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

When there is a change or when the employee is observed being unsafe.

Downloadable Scaffolding Resources (free):

Scaffolding Powerpoint
Scaffolding Safety Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

Scaffolding Training Videos (paid):

Suspended Scaffolding Safety in Construction Environments by Atlantic Training
Supported Scaffolding Safety in Construction Environments by Atlantic Training
Supported Scaffolding Safety by Atlantic Training

First Aid
OSHA Regulation: 1910.266 App B

When OSHA Requires First Aid Training:

In the absence of a nearby hospital or clinic (more than 4 minutes away), a designated employee should be trained to render first aid. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Retraining for life threatening emergencies should occur annually. Retraining for non-life-threatening response should occur ‘periodically’.

Downloadable First Aid Training Resources (free):

Basic First Aid Powerpoint
First Aid Poster
Printable Wallet-Sized Compliance
Handout

First Aid Training Videos (paid):

First Aid by Atlantic Training
First Aid in Construction Environments by Atlantic Training
First Aid: React & Respond AHA by Summit Training

Personal Protective and Respiratory Equipment
OSHA Regulation: 1910.132(f)

When OSHA Requires Personal Protective and Respiratory Equipment Training:

When an employee is required to wear PPE, they must be trained on its usage. See full OSHA regulation for more details.

Training Frequency

Retraining required when the type of PPE changes, employee demonstrates inability to use PPE properly, or when the workplace changes in a way that renders previous training obsolete.