Roof work: energy sources and direct controls

Roof work exposes people to falls from the edge or through fragile surfaces, and exposes those below to dropped materials.

High-energy check

A fall from roof height far exceeds the 1500 J trigger. Fragile surfaces and unprotected edges are the main release points.

Run the gravity calculator for this task

Trigger checks

Thermal
Heat, cold, flame, steam, sparks or thermal stress.

Direct controls to verify

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Edge protection is installed at every accessible edge.
Fragile surfaces are identified and covered or barriered.
Access route to the roof is fixed and secured.
Area below the work face is excluded.
Materials are secured against wind at all times.
Stop if weather makes the surface or handling unsafe to control.

For your SPA or pre-start

State the edge protection, the fragile surface controls, the access route and the exclusion below before any person steps onto the roof.

Limitations: This tool supports planning and verification only. It does not replace competent risk assessment, legal duties, employer procedures, client requirements or competent supervision.