Roofer, carpenter

I am a roofer; what are the risks?

I am a building professional who installs, maintains and repairs roofing, timber work.

During my activity I have to handle numerous materials such as tiles, slates, timber, zinc, etc.

My risks?
The danger of my job is not only limited to falls from a height

(against this risk I use a harness, a safety strap, snap hooks, an energy absorber, etc.)

but also

- Weather conditions (cold, heat, rain, wind, etc.)
  I wear warm clothing, rain wear, gloves, etc.  

- Risks of cuts, burns when handling
  Construction materials, cement, tarmac, etc.
  I am equipped with protective gloves against cuts, grazes, etc.  

- Flying materials, noise and vibrations when using
  Machines to cut tiles, slates
  I use goggles or wrap-around protective goggles, anti-noise headbands, etc.

- Breathing in dusts when doing carpentry
  I wear a protective half-mask against particles

- Falling objects
  I protect myself with a safety helmet.

- Co-activity
  I wear PPE suited to the risks encountered on the site where I work.

- Musculoskeletal disorders, hygroma of the knee
Posture training. Wearing of knee pads.

etc

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The products suggested under this rubric may help the user when choosing personal protection equipment.

The test results may also help when choosing personal protection equipment.

However, it is understood that real conditions of use cannot be simulated.

It is therefore the responsibility of the user (and not of the manufacturer or its representative) to determine whether this product selection is suitable for the envisaged use.

Be aware that no PPE, even when compliant with one or more standards, offers an absolute guarantee of safety and protection.

In all cases, before performing any operation that could jeopardise your health or safety, it is indispensable that you perform a risk appraisal, that you envisage all possible preventive solutions, that you draw up an emergency plan if necessary, have the required qualifications and are familiar with the safety guidelines.

For safety and hygiene reasons, PPE is always for invidivual use.

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