A hot topic in the firehouse is roof ventilation. Although often overlooked, the position of "roof firefighter" plays an important role in the outcome of the fire and serves as both the eyes and ears ...

Flat roofs, defined as roofs with a pitch of 2/12 or less, are designed to be nearly level. They do offer certain benefits, including easier access for maintenance and the potential for additional ...

Proper fall protection requirements for work performed on flat roofs can be difficult to determine. This presentation will clarify the differences between general industry and construction work ...

Many fire departments assign a team of firefighters to roof operations at structural fires. When news cameras are on scene, firefighters can be seen working hard atop the burning building’s roof.

The flat roof construction is officially complete and we’re ready to move on to the next stage: installing the rubber roof! Watch as we walk through the preparation process and share some tips for a ...