Winter presents many hazards to workers. Removing snow or ice from rooftops and other building structures is vitally important to prevent roof collapses, but it can be extremely dangerous for workers, who face the risk of injury or death doing these tasks. Here’s what you need to know about how to plan ahead for safe snow removal from roofs, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
For more information, read OSHA’s rooftop snow removal hazard alert.
