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Roof Safety Systems

There’s nothing more important than keeping your work crew safe. At GSM Roofing, we feel the same way about our team, and our safety record proves it. That’s precisely why we offer a variety of products that prevent roof-related falls, injuries, and deaths.

Long after your commercial roof is installed, you’ll want to ensure that anyone who goes up onto the roof is protected. Our full line of roof safety solutions will help you to meet all OSHA fall protection requirements.

Types of Rooftop Fall Protection

Roof hatch rails: safety rails around roof access hatches
Skylight cages: protective covers over skylights to prevent accidental falls
Guardrails: physical barriers at the roof edge
Access ladders: provide safe and secure entry to rooftops
Warning lines: visual markers that signal a safe working area
Anchors: used with harnesses for personal fall arrest systems
Walk pads: durable, slip-resistant surfaces

Preventing Roof Accidents before They Happen

custom stair tower that is customer fabricated by GSM Industrial

No building owner wants to get the call that there has been an accident. A fall from your roof is terrible enough, but the OSHA fines and subsequent litigation will compound the problem. The best way to prevent this is to stop accidents before they happen.

Our skilled team will work with you to design, manufacture, and install roof safety systems that help prevent the most common types of roof accidents. Whether roof work is underway, HVAC technicians are making repairs, or your own maintenance crew is up there, you can rest assured that you’ve done everything you can to make it as safe as possible for them.

Get in touch with us today to talk about our high-quality, OSHA-compliant products. We’ll even update you on OSHA’s latest roofing regulations!

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Roof Hatches

To keep your roof secure and employees safe, GSM Roofing can retrofit a fall protection system onto your existing roof hatch, without any roof deck penetration and without affecting your roof’s warranty. You’ll have instant OSHA roof safety compliance — and peace of mind.

Roof Hatch Rails

Many workers keep roof hatches open while on the roof, unaware they violate OSHA roof safety standards. Installing roof hatch safety rails delivers protection and instant OSHA compliance. The four-sided rail system features ergonomic handgrip side rails, a self-closing gate with no-pinch hinges, and ladder extension rails that hold steady in case of a slip.

Get A Quote for a Hatch

Skylight Cages

Unprotected skylights are an extremely dangerous hazard to rooftop crews. Most are not designed to withstand the weight of a falling worker, which is why OSHA regulations state you must cover a skylight with a screen or surround it with a railing.
If you’re looking for skylight fall protection, GSM Roofing can help. Our team can design and install non-penetrating, OSHA-compliant roof skylight cages customized to fit skylights of almost any shape and size. They’re easily installed and do not interfere with the performance of the skylight.

Get A Quote For Skylight Cages

Roof Railings

Improper fall protection is considered a top workplace hazard. The good news is that GSM Roofing offers solutions, like roof safety railings that will minimize fall hazards and create a safer work environment for your employees or contractors working on the roof.

Our team can design and fabricate roof guardrails that are non-penetrating, OSHA-compliant, and easy to install. Railings can be customized to match any color or material finish you may need. And the best part? Your new railing system might prevent a tragic accident before it happens.

Get A Railing Quote

Close-up view of the anodized safety rail system with Schedule 80 vertical posts and Schedule 40 horizontal rails at GSK Marietta

Custom Safety Rail Installation in Marieta, PA

GSM Roofing installed a 275-foot wall-mounted Hollaender Safety Rail system on the high and low roof areas of GSK Building 26 in Marieta, PA. The custom-matched system enhanced safety while blending with existing rails. The project required high-reach equipment due to underground utilities and was completed in full compliance with OSHA and client safety standards.

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Roof Access Ladders

Having a safe, secure way for your employees to access your building’s rooftop is very important. You want them to get to and from the location with minimal risk quickly.

We work with our sister company, GSM Industrial, to help create quality, custom-built roof access ladders and platforms. Their expert team will design, fabricate, and install an access ladder to meet your specifications. They can accommodate virtually any size or configuration, and the finished product will meet or exceed all applicable OSHA standards.

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Ladder Fall Protection Installation in Middletown, PA

GSM Roofing installed a certified Safewaze Ladder Climb System at TE Connectivity’s dock facility to upgrade their fixed ladder and meet current OSHA fall protection standards.

The project faced three main challenges: requiring a specialized tool to properly cut the stainless steel cable without compromising quality, completing a first-of-its-kind prototype installation with high expectations for accuracy, and working under tight time constraints to avoid disrupting TE Connectivity’s operations.

Within just one hour, the system was fully installed, labeled, and documented to meet internal EHS compliance requirements.

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GSM Roofing technician wearing full fall protection gear while securing hardware for the ladder safety system installation.

Warning line installation system around commercial roof perimeter

Warning Lines

Keep your crew alert to dangerous fall hazards by installing a roof warning line system around your roof’s perimeter, hatch, or skylight. GSM Roofing can help you select the best type of system for your building’s roof and then design and install it quickly.

Request A Warning Line Quote

Permanent Anchors

Roof fall protection anchors provide rooftop crews with a safe, secure place to tie off when fall arrest systems are required. They reduce the risk of a severe fall and bring peace of mind to the workers who use them.

Our team can properly install permanent anchors to your building’s roof while maintaining your roof warranty.

Get A Quote For Permanent Anchors

Walk Path Safety

GSM Roofing champions rooftop safety with slip-resistant walk pads, ensuring safe access pathways for technicians and safeguarding the roof’s integrity. These roof pads reduce the risk of slips and extend the roof’s lifespan by preventing damage.

Our approach integrates protection for both technicians and the roofing structure, reflecting our commitment to safety as a trusted commercial roofing contractor.

Get A Quote For Walk Path Safety Pads

Navigating OSHA Roof Safety Compliance

Not sure which roof safety implements you’ll need to comply with OSHA roof safety regulations? No problem! At GSM Roofing, safety is one of our specialties. Serving Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland, we’ll take a look at your roof, point out any non-compliant areas, and then provide a quote to bring it into compliance with your insurance company and government agencies.

Don’t wait another day to make your roof as safe and compliant as possible. Get in touch so we can discuss the roof safety systems that will help you rest easy.

Glad to be wrapping up this project, but most of all ..enjoyed working with you and GSM, your company is spot on and customer service is off the charts! Thank you!

Diana Hess Project Manager