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Fire Prevention and Emergency Action plans are a necessary part of any business, whether it’s a construction or roofing business or not.  An employer is legally required to have an emergency action plan in writing that is available to employees (although an employer with fewer than 10 employees may communicate the plan orally).   An emergency action plan establishes a framework for responding to workplace emergencies.  However, without training, employees cannot be expected to know what is written in the plan and what sort of hazards them are likely to face and how to respond to emergency s

Here in the UK, we’re all used to the changeable weather patterns that we see here.  For those working in construction and roofing the weather is a particular consideration as rain can cause short term delays on roofing, as can ice and snow, both weather issues that are particularly prevalent at this time of the year.  Wind can present a particular hazard for those working at height on roofs, so being aware of wind speeds and whether or not the conditions are safe to work in is essential.  However, we don’t often consider the continuing effects of the elements once a roof is in place.  Wind