Roof Work Risk Assessment

• Complete a roof work risk assessment before anyone accesses the roof.
• Identify all fragile surfaces, roof lights, and unprotected edges.
• Specify collective protection measures as the first choice.
• Plan safe access and egress routes to and from the roof.
• Include a rescue plan for anyone who may fall.
• Check weather conditions and set stop-work criteria for wind and ice.
• Brief all roof workers on the assessment findings before starting.
• Review the assessment if the work area or conditions change.
• Ensure all roof workers are trained and competent for the task.
• Confirm all control measures are in place before permitting access.

• DON'T access any roof without a completed risk assessment.
• DON'T assume a roof surface is non-fragile without checking.
• DON'T rely on harnesses as the first control — use collective protection.
• DON'T carry out roof work in high winds, heavy rain, or icy conditions.
• DON'T allow roof access without briefing workers on the hazards.
• DON'T use a generic assessment — it must be specific to each roof.
• DON'T store excessive materials on the roof without checking load capacity.
• DON'T work near unprotected edges without edge protection installed.
• DON'T skip the rescue plan — falls need immediate planned response.
• DON'T let unqualified workers carry out any roof work.

See also: Falls From Height Awareness | Edge Protection Requirements