Torch on roofing checklist
There has been a growing concern within the roofing industry over the number of roof fires caused by gas torches being used on flat roofing. The National Federation of Roofing Contractors has come up with a simple checklist to determine if the use of a gas torch is necessary on each and every roof.
The checklist can be used by all contractors on site where if you tick a box against certain details, then it is advised not to use a torch-on system. With the checklist now in circulation it is has been very well received in the market generally and contractors are finding the guidelines really helpful in their decision making process. The Health and Safety Executive have also agreed to circulate copies to their inspectors to make sure that contractors are doing the right thing on site with the use of gas torches.