Flat Edge Of The Roof

Why drip edge is a necessity.

Flat edge of the roof.

Comprising the ultimate in thermal insulation. For work on flat or low sloped roofs osha requires fall protection. It bends around the edge of the roof channeling any moisture that penetrates the shingles away from the roof decking. Less than 6 feet from the roof edge.

Osha defines what fall protection is required based on how close employees are to the edge of the roof. The edges of a roof that receive the most moisture particularly those of irregular or steep sloped homes require the most protection and any shingles that extend beyond a certain point are going to eventually bend and fracture along the edges which means if the drip edge is missing or has been eliminated from an. Metal drip edge flashing is an important element of any roofing edge. Flat roofs are an ancient form mostly used in arid climates and allow the roof space to be used as a living space or a living roof flat roofs or low slope roofs are also commonly found on commercial.

A roof s main purpose is to protect the structure and all the belongings that lie beneath. Employers are to ensure that each employee is protected from falling by using fall protection systems such as guardrails safety net.