CPWR—The Center for Construction Research and Training will hold a webinar, Fall Prevention in Roofing: A Discussion with the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers, July 29 at 2 p.m. EDT.
In 2019, falls to a lower level caused 401 fatalities in the construction industry—a 25% increase compared with 2018. Of those 401 fatal injuries, roofs were the primary source of 146—a 28% increase compared with 2018. The Campaign to Prevent Falls in Construction aims to eliminate fatal falls from roofs, ladders and other sources by encouraging employers to plan ahead, provide appropriate equipment and train workers for fall safety. As part of the campaign, CPWR is hosting a discussion with representatives from the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers about how workers of all trades can stay safe while accessing and working on roofs.
