SAFETY POLICY

1. It is the policy of this company to provide a safe work place for all employees.

2. This policy includes observations of construction safety regulations, which are set
forth in Federal, State, and Local standards.

3. Safety shall not be sacrificed for expediency under any circumstances.

4. Safety must be considered an integral part of quality control, cost reduction, and
job efficiency.

5. The health and general well being of each employee is of primary importance to the
objectives of the company safety plan.

6. Management will designate an individual to be responsible for safety throughout

the company.

7. The safety person will make inspections of job sites, as well as shop operations, to
uncover unsafe conditions and unsafe acts before they can cause an accident.

8. Safety training of company employees will be an ongoing program to promote a

safe work place for all.

9. Employees conducting themselves in an unsafe manner are subject to company’s

disciplinary program.

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 SAMPLE COMPANY LETTER

(On Company Letterhead)

To: ALL EMPLOYEES

As president of ______________(Co. Name)________________ it is my intent to provide a safe

work place for all employees. ______________(Co. Name)_________________________ is
committed to performing all work in a safe and professional manner. We believe this to
be in the best interest of our employees, as well as the company as a whole.

To ensure that we maintain a safe work place, management through implementation of

the company safety plan will work toward safety in every aspect of our daily operation.
We ask that all employees familiarize themselves with the company safety plan and
observe all safety regulations. This combined effort will contribute to a safe workplace for
all.

The success of __________(Co. Name)_________________________ safety program depends on

the efforts and actions of individual employees. Safety will NOT be sacrificed for
expediency under any circumstances. We expect all our employees to think and WORK
SAFELY!

Sincerely,

________(Co. Name)_______________

Joe Doe
President

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 MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Familiarize employees with the company safety program. Incorporate program into
new employee orientation.

2. Hold regular safety meetings, including toolbox meetings, for all roofing employees.
Keep written minutes and attendance records of all meetings.

3. Abide by all applicable local, state, and federal safety regulations.

4. Investigate all accidents. Review safety procedures where an investigation has

indicated that current procedures are inadequate.

5. Maintain all records required by OSHA (e.g., OSHA 200 logs, safety training). Ensure
that all employees are properly trained in the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard. Be sure that:

a) MSDS's are current and available on site.

b) A written Hazard Communication Program is developed and available on site
including a list of all hazardous chemicals.
c) Materials are properly labeled. Identify & appropriate hazard warnings.
d) Multi-employer work site provisions are in place including the location of
MSDS's.

Refer to OSHA Standard 1926.59-Hazard Communication.

6. Make available, to all employees, personal protective equipment that is required by

the company safety program and/or by any applicable law. Furnish, at company
cost, job-related safety materials and first aid equipment.

7. Ensure compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including local
disposal requirements.

8. Make sure all superintendents and foremen enforce the safety rules on a daily basis
using simple written reports. Any employee disregarding these rules may be
subject to disciplinary action in accordance with company disciplinary plan.

9. Make one person responsible for your safety program and ensure he has the
authority to properly enforce the program.

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 FOREMAN RESPONSIBILITIES
1. All accidents should be reported immediately to the safety officer. It has become
common practice to photograph such accidents or incidents.

2. Inspect jobsite at least twice daily.

3. Report and take corrective action upon being notified of hazardous conditions.

4. Coordination with contractors on multi-employer sites.

5. Responsible for orientation of employees.

Signature

Date

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 EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES
Good safety practice and accident prevention is the responsibility of every employee.
Each employee is responsible to know and follow the general provisions of the Company
Safety Policy.

ALL EMPLOYEES SHALL ABIDE BY THE FOLLOWING RULES:

1. Report unsafe conditions to your foreman.

2. Report ALL injuries IMMEDIATELY to your foreman or call office.

3. Wear hard hats when working below the roofline, or any area where falling hazards
could occur.

4. Use eye and face protection where there is danger from flying objects or particles,
such as when roof cutters, pneumatic guns, etc. are in use.

5. Dress properly. Wear appropriate work clothes, gloves and shoes or boots. Loose
clothing and jewelry should not be worn.

6. Never operate any machine unless all guards and safety devices are in place and in
proper operating condition.

7. Keep all tools in safe working condition. Never use defective tools or equipment.

8. Properly care for, and be responsible for all personal protection equipment.

9. Stay out from under overhead loads.

10. Do not operate machinery if you are not trained to do so.

11. Do not leave material in aisles, walkways, stairways, roads or other paths of travel.

12. Practice good housekeeping at all times.

13. Riding any moving equipment is prohibited except on seats provided.

14. Place ladders on a substantial base and do not use ladders with broken, split or
missing rungs or rails. All ladders are to extend at least 3 feet above the landing
platform and be securely fastened. Proper ladder placement is: one quarter total
height equals base length away from the building.

15. All flammable liquids must be stored in safety container. Engines must be shut off
when refueling.

16. Smoking is prohibited anywhere near flammable liquids.

17. Compressed gas cylinders (propane, acetylene, etc.) must be secured in an upright
position. When not in use, caps must be securely in place. Consult the owners,
local and state storage and transportation regulations.

18. When burning or welding is being done, a fire extinguisher must be close at hand at
all times.

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 EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES
19. Fire extinguisher should be in place at all times.

20. The use or possession of, or being under the influence of alcohol or drugs while on
the job or driving a company vehicle is prohibited and subject to immediate
dismissal.

21. All posted safety rules must be obeyed.

22. Comply at all times with all known federal, state and local safety laws, employer
regulations and policies.

23. Horseplay causes accidents and shall not be tolerated!

24. Wear seat belts at all times in company owned vehicles.

25. Be completely familiar with specific task requirements outlined elsewhere in the
manual.

Violations of any of these rules may be cause for immediate disciplinary action.

I have read and understand the rules stated above and accept them as a condition of
continued employment.

I have been given a copy of the Safety Policy.

Signature

Date

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