RA-HS90 General Roofing Works
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General Roofing Works Risk Assessment
This fully completed general roofing works risk assessment example has been prepared by a qualified health and safety professional. It covers a typical range of hazards associated with pitched roof work including tile and slate work, lead flashing, ridge and hip work, and installation of roof windows, and can be used as a starting point when developing your own risk assessment documentation.
What Does This General Roofing Works Risk Assessment Cover?
This risk assessment identifies the key hazards associated with general roofing works including;
- Falls from height from pitched roof slopes, eaves, and roof edges causing fatal or life-changing injury
- Fragile roof surfaces including rooflights and deteriorated materials collapsing under operative weight
- Falling objects including tiles, slates, tools, and debris striking persons working below
- Manual handling of heavy roofing materials including tiles, slates, and lead sheet
- Adverse weather including wind, rain, and ice affecting stability and grip on roof surfaces
- Exposure to lead dust and fumes during lead flashing cutting, welding, and dressing
Each hazard includes an inherent risk rating and a listing of applicable control measures covering areas such as;
- Collective edge protection, scaffolding, and roof ladder requirements
- Fragile surface surveys and crawl board use to distribute weight
- Exclusion zones, debris netting, and scaffold toe boards below roof work
- Safe systems for materials handling including hoist and crane use
- Lead hygiene controls including respiratory protective equipment (RPE) and welfare facilities
A residual risk rating is then assigned to each hazard, demonstrating how effective risk management can be used to reduce the overall risk to a tolerable level.
A Professional, Easy-to-Use Risk Assessment Template
This document uses colour-coded header styles matched to risk ratings, making it quick to read and easy to communicate during toolbox talks and worker training. A built-in risk rating matrix supports consistent evaluation of likelihood and consequence, and hazard pictograms using internationally recognised ISO warning symbols are included alongside relevant hazard entries — improving clarity and helping to highlight risks and mandatory controls.
The result is a completed risk assessment that looks professional, reads clearly, and demonstrates a structured and effective approach to risk management.
Who Is This General Roofing Works Risk Assessment Template Suitable For?
This general roofing works risk assessment template is suitable for health and safety advisers, roofing contractors, site managers, and any employer with a duty to assess risks under the Work at Height Regulations 2005. It can be implemented as a standalone document or as part of a broader occupational health and safety management system aligned with ISO 45001.
Note: This example risk assessment is supplied for use as guidance only and should be reviewed and completed by a competent person.