The steeper the metal roof the more you ll need to lean over.
Safest way to walk on roof.
Your roof seems like it should be strong after all it needs to be able to withstand massive gusts of wind pelting from hail dosing in rain that can add hundreds of pounds of weight and so much more.
Walking on your roof.
Continue up roof in this way making sure you re stable before unclipping and re clipping.
Walk up or down a slightly inclined roof by walking as you would on the ground but slowly.
Walk up a steep roof sideways.
Crouch down slightly to walk down a metal roof safely.
Also it s important that you use caution when walking on a shingle roof so you can avoid causing excess damage to the roof itself.
Don t walk on your roof if it is wet or icy.
Ways to work on a steeply pitched roof.
The possibility of slipping and falling makes working on any roof dangerous but it s especially so if the roof rises more than 4 feet for every 12 feet of.
This video explains how to safely get on to and off of roof safely from an extension ladder.
If you see any splits or areas that appear to be damaged avoid walking on them.
It s something that seems like it should be so simple and yet presents so many risks.
Steady yourself unclip harness from first loop and clip it onto second loop.
Once on roof reach further up rope and tie a second loop.
Step 1 inspect your roof visually before attempting to walk on it.
Walk up a roof and lean your body over towards the roof to help maintain your balance.