Fall Protection
At what height does OSHA require fall protection for roofing work on residential construction?
6 feet
Roofers must wear this type of footwear to prevent slipping.
slip-resistant shoes
Ex. Cougar Paws
Ladders must extend this far above the landing surface when accessing a roof.
3 feet
Before walking on a roof, workers must inspect this to ensure the structure can support weight.
roof decking/structural integrity
Before lifting a bundle of shingles, a worker should do this with their legs to avoid back injuries.
lift with the legs (not the back)
This type of fall protection system uses a full-body harness tied to an anchor point.
Personal fall arrest system
These protect a worker’s eyes from flying debris when cutting shingles or using nail guns.
safety glasses
Ladders should be placed at this safe angle ratio.
4-to-1 (one foot out for every four feet up)
These roof openings—such as skylights—must be covered or guarded to prevent falls.
holes and skylights
This OSHA-required plan outlines how workers will be protected from falls on roofs.
fall protection plan
The “R” in the ABCs of fall protection stands for this.
"Restraint/Rescue"
This PPE must be inspected for frays, cuts, or burns before every use.
safety harness
Workers must always maintain this many points of contact while climbing a ladder.
three points of contact
This weather condition makes roofing particularly hazardous due to slippery surfaces.
rain or moisture
This color is standard for marking safety equipment, barriers, or caution zones on jobsites
yellow (or caution yellow)
These barriers are used at roof edges to prevent workers from falling.
Guardrails
This type of glove is commonly worn to protect hands from cuts and abrasions on roofing jobs.
work gloves
OSHA requires ladders to be kept clear of this at the top and bottom to avoid slipping or tripping hazards.
debris and materials
TRUE OR FALSE: Workers should throw materials off the roof.
FALSE
This short meeting at the start of a shift helps review hazards, weather, and the day’s tasks.
morning safety briefing
This is the maximum free-fall distance allowed in a proper fall arrest setup.
6 feet
This protective equipment must be worn when working around loud tools like compressors or saws.
hearing protection
This is the most important step before climbing a ladder — ensuring it is set on this type of ground.
level and stable ground
To prevent dehydration and overheating on roofs, workers should take breaks and drink plenty of this.
Water
Loose gravel or granules on a roof create this type of hazard.
slip hazard