Florida Roofing March 2016

Florida

March 2016

ROOFING A Publication of the FRSA – Florida’s Association of Roofing Professionals

Concrete and Clay Tile Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Tips for Successful Use of Foam Tile Adhesives Roof Tile Underlayment OSHA’s Silica Regulations by the End of this Administration OSHA Confined Space Standard for Construction

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

March 2016

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COVER STORY: Concrete and Clay Roof Tile

Tile roofs have been used for thousands of years to provide beautiful and enduring protection for buildings and homes throughout the world. What makes them the choice of so many people? And what’s new for this perennial favorite?

10 | S.T.A.R Awards Unique Project Winner (Cover Photo)

The 2015 S.T.A.R. Awards highlighted the premier roofing and sheet metal projects from throughout Florida. Here’s a look at the project that received the Unique Project category award.

For advertising inquiries, contact: Heidi Ellsworth at: heidi@floridaroof.com (800) 767-3772 ext. 127 All feedback including Letters to the Editor and reprint permission requests (please include your full name, city and state) contact: Lisa Pate, Editor, at: lisapate@floridaroof.com (800) 767-3772 ext. 157 Florida Roofing Magazine, PO Box 4850 Winter Park, FL 32793-4850 View media kit at: www.floridaroof.com/ florida-roofing-magazine

17 | Tips for Successful Use of Foam Tile Adhesives

As foam adhesive use continues to increase in Florida roofing applications, it’s important to understand manufacturers’ specifications. Learn how to apply Florida Product Approvals and NOA’s in your roof tile installations.

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18 | Roof Tile Underlayment

Resources for understanding specifics of underlayment for concrete and asphalt roof tile installations.

19 | OSHA’s Silica Regulations by the End of this Administration

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New silica regulations will affect all aspects of building construction including materials that have sand as a binder; meaning most roof systems. Implementing the regulations will heavily impact fall protection.

Any material submitted for publication in Florida Roofing becomes the property of the publication. Statements of fact and opinion are the responsibility of the author(s) alone and do not imply an opinion or endorsement on the part of the officers or the membership of FRSA. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without permission from the publisher.

Florida Roofing (VOL. 1, NO. 3), March 2016, (ISSN 0191-4618) is published monthly by FRSA, 7071 University Boulevard, Winter Park, FL 32792. Periodicals Postage paid at Orlando, FL. POSTMASTER: Please send address corrections (form 3579) to Florida Roofing, PO Box 4850, Winter Park, FL 32793-4850.

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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Donnie Harp

The Heat is On Its Way Spring weather is here and it’s beginning to heat up.

While this is a great time to be outdoors and enjoy the change in weather, it’s also a time to remind and prepare your employees on the hazards of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Although it may not appear to be hot, especially compared to mid-summer temperatures, now is the time to implement those heat-safety guidelines. Consider the following:

■■ Move the person to a cooler place. Quickly cool the person’s body by giving care as you would for heat exhaustion. If needed, continue rapid cooling by applying ice or cold packs wrapped in a cloth to the wrists, ankles, groin, neck and armpits.

Let’s keep our teams safe!

■■ The heat index is the temperature the body feels It seems as though almost evwhen the effects of heat and humidity are combined. ery professional roofing contractor Exposure to direct sunlight can increase the heat index I talk with is busy and they have a by as much as 15 degrees. backlog of work, all positive signs ■■ Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if that this will be a good year for the FRSA President Donnie Harp Imperial Roofing of Polk County, you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or roofing industry.

Winter Haven Although we’re all busy, I enalcohol. courage you to set time aside to ■■ Wear light-colored clothing. attend FRSA’s Convention and Expo, taking place June ■■ Wear sunscreen and reapply often.

16-18 in Orlando. This is a license-renewal year for most Teach crews the signs for heat cramps, heat exhaustion contractors and there will be 27 hours of continuing education courses available. The host hotel is the Hyatt and heat stroke and what they should do in each case.

Regency Orlando and the Expo will be held at the Orange ■■ Heat cramps are muscular pains and spasms that usuCounty Convention Center. Promotional material will be ally occur in the legs or abdomen caused by exposure mailed this month and online registration will be opened. to high heat and humidity and loss of fluids and elec- See page 21 for more information. trolytes. Heat cramps are often an early sign that the The S.T.A.R. Awards will be held Friday night during body is having trouble with the heat. the Convention in a newly revised format. Make sure you ■■ Heat exhaustion typically involves the loss of body submit your project for this years’ awards online, through fluids through heavy sweating during physical labor in the new portal on FRSA’s website, www.floridaroof.com/ convention/. Click on the S.T.A.R. Awards page, complete high heat and humidity. the online application, submit your documents, and upload ■■ Signs of heat exhaustion include cool, moist, pale or your pictures. It’s that simple. Make sure to include plenty flushed skin; heavy sweating; headache; nausea; dizzi- of pictures documenting your project. ness; weakness; and exhaustion.

You may have noticed that recent covers of Florida ■■ Move the person to a cooler place. Remove or loosen Roofing Magazine contain pictures of winning projects tight clothing and apply cool, wet cloths or towels to from last years’ event, and soon we’ll also have a section the skin. Fan the person. If the person is conscious, give on the website promoting these projects. You’ll want to be small amounts of cool water to drink. Make sure the included.

By now you will have received a letter from me askperson drinks slowly. Watch for changes in condition. ing for volunteers for the coming year to serve on FRSA’s ■■ If the person refuses water, vomits or begins to lose committees. If you’re interested in getting involved, please consciousness, call 911. complete the form and send it back to FRSA. Committees ■■ Heat stroke (also known as sunstroke) is a life-threat- will be reassigned after the Convention. ening condition in which a person’s temperature God Bless! control system stops working and the body is unable to cool itself.

■■ Signs of heat stroke include hot, red skin which may be dry or moist; changes in consciousness; vomiting; and high body temperature.

Donnie Harp – FRSA President donnieharp@msn.com

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FRSA LEGAL COUNSEL Trent Cotney, PA

OSHA Confined Space Standard for Construction Part I In 2015, the Occupational Safety and Health 2. Contains a material that has the potential for engulfing an Administration (OSHA) issued a new confined space stanentrant; dard specifically tailored for construction work. The new standard, subpart AA of 29 CFR 1926, increases protection 3. Has an internal configuration for construction workers and applies to attics. A confined such that an entrant could space refers to a space which (1) is large enough and so arbe trapped or asphyxiated ranged that an employee can bodily enter it; (2) has limited by inwardly converging walls or restricted means for entry and exit; and (3) is not designed or by a floor which slopes downward and tapers to a for continuous employee occupancy. These spaces can pose smaller cross section; or serious hazards such as explosions, asphyxiation, electrocutions, and exposure to toxic substances. (From www.osha.

4. Contains any other recoggov). nized serious safety or health hazard. (From www.

If a confined space contains a serious hazard, employosha.gov and www.osha.gov/dte/grant_materials/ ers are required to obtain permits. However, these permits fy09/sh-18796-09/confinedspace.pdf). should not be confused with building permits and are limited A confined space requiring a permit is referred to as a to OSHA. A confined space requires a permit if it: “permit space.�

1. Contains or has the potential to contain a hazardous The new construction standard became effective on August 3, 2015. In response to industry concerns, OSHA atmosphere;

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instituted a temporary enforcement policy (TEP) through October 2, 2015 under which it would not issue citations under the new standard if the employer was making good faith efforts to comply with the standard and as long as the employer was in compliance with either the current or former training requirements. OSHA extended this TEP for residential construction through January 8, 2016 and then extended it again through March 8, 2016. (From www.osha. gov).

This new standard institutes a permit program similar to the general industry confined spaces standard (29 CFR 1910.146) but it addresses construction-specific hazards.

The new standard adds five new requirements: ■■ More detailed provisions requiring coordinated activities when there are multiple employers at the worksite.

This will ensure hazards are not introduced into a confined space by workers performing tasks outside the space. An example would be a generator running near the entrance of a confined space causing a buildup of carbon monoxide within the space.

■■ Requiring a competent person to evaluate the work site and identify confined spaces, including permit spaces.

■■ Requiring continuous atmospheric monitoring whenever possible.

help employers make this distinction: Construction work is not limited to new construction, but can include the repair of existing facilities or the replacement of structures and their components. For example, the replacement of one utility pole with a new, identical pole would be maintenance; however, if it were replaced with an improved pole or equipment, it would be considered construction.

OSHA Letter of Interruption, November 18, 2003; see also OSHA Instruction CPL 2.100, May 5, 1995 Directorate of Compliance Programs.

Another consideration in determining whether the construction standard applies is whether the hazards can be eliminated and whether forced air ventilation can render the space safe for entry. Should these conditions be met as well as several other conditions set out in 29 CFR 1926.1203(e) (1), employers may follow alternate procedures instead of the permit program. The alternate procedures are set out by 29 CFR 1926.1203(e)(2).

Given that the standard applies to attics, roofers should be prepared to address the safety requirements even if they are not routinely accessing attics. OSHA inspectors may start asking employees if they have had confined space training during an inspection. Part two of the article will talk about the employer’s responsibilities under the new standard.

Author’s note: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not ■■ Allowing for the suspension of a permit, instead of constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal adcancellation, in the event of changes from the entry vice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific conditions listed on the permit or an unexpected event factual pattern or situation. requiring evacuation of the space. (From https://www.

Trent Cotney is Florida Bar Certified in Construction Law, osha.gov/confinedspaces/faq.html) General Counsel and a director of the Florida Roofing and Sheet Additionally, OSHA clarified requirements existing under Metal Contractors Association (FRSA), a director of the West the general industry standard by adding the following provi- Coast Roofing Contractors Association (WCRCA), and a memsions to the new standard: ber of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), ■■ Requiring that employers who direct workers to enter a Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) and several space without using a complete permit system prevent other FRSA affiliates. workers’ exposure to physical hazards through eliminaFor more information, contact the author at 813-579-3278 tion of the hazard or isolation methods such as lockout/ or visit www.trentcotney.com. tagout.

■■ Requiring continuous monitoring of engulfment hazards.

■■ Requiring that employers who are relying on local emergency services for emergency services arrange for responders to give the employer advance notice if they will be unable to respond for a period of time (because they are responding to another emergency, attending department-wide training, etc.).

■■ Requiring employers to provide training in a language and vocabulary that the worker understands. (From https://www.osha.gov/confinedspaces/faq.html) In order to determine whether to follow the construction standard or general industry standard, a roofing contractor must determine whether the work is maintenance or construction. If the work is construction, which means building a new structure or upgrading an old one, the construction standard applies; if the work is maintenance, the general industry standard applies. An OSHA letter of interruption may

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FRSA LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL Cam Fentriss

How Assignment of Benefits Work If you are a roofing contractor, you are most likely getting a lot of e-mails from lawyers, hail mapping companies, and other businesses that specialize in finding customers who can suddenly be in need of a new roof at the expense of their insurance company. Hmm – does that sound a little odd to you?

It should and it is.

This scheme is something that was used with sinkholes and mold until the insurance industry found a way to shut the abusive practices down by excluding or limiting the claims.

The same thing is now happening with so-called “water restoration” companies and the attorneys and sales companies that promote this are moving aggressively into the roofing industry.

For the water restoration work, the statistics are incredible. In 2014, for Citizens’ Property Insurance Company, non-weather related water damage accounted for 56 percent of claims. That is absolutely ridiculous.

Here is a rough idea of how it works. A property owner has a leak and calls a plumber. The plumber fixes the leak, then refers customer to a water damage company (that will be paying the plumber a referral fee, sometimes $1,000 or more). The water damage company’s agreement for the work includes an “assignment of benefits” (or AOB) that says the customer assigns his insurance benefits to the water damage company.

Once the contract with an AOB is signed, then the water damage company as good as has a license to do 10 or 20 times more work than what is needed. With the AOB, the insurance company has to answer to the water damage company, not the policyholder. If the insurance company does not pay up, then the water damage company sends it to the lawyer who taught the water damage company how to do these

contracts with an AOB. That lawyer files a lawsuit and the bills start to go up, up, up.

These lawyers are very smart.

They know very well that this type of work cannot last very long before the insurance industry and the government find a way to stop it. They know that the millions from water damage claims is about to dry up, so they are working very hard to migrate over to roofing work so they can drain every dime out of our industry before insurers put a stop to that too.

The question for us is whether we want to stand by and watch a few roofing contractors make a lot of money for a short time before property insurers rewrite their policies to dramatically cut the funds that will be paid for a damaged roof. Until the insurers and regulators catch up, these aggressive sales forces will continue to march across our state finding “reasons” people need a new roof and greedy lawyers will be more than happy to file one lawsuit after another to pressure insurance companies to pay up.

Some may be tempted to believe that insurers and regulators would never allow the same kinds of limits or exclusions for roofing work coverage as exist for less crucial work like mold. But it’s not really a matter of choice if you want to keep property insurers in Florida and you want to provide insurance that people can actually afford. As the number of claims goes up, at some point, they will have to increase the rates to cover the additional cost. They will have the statistics to show exactly why a rate increase is needed and, before the government allows enormous increases in premiums, limitations on payments for roofing work will be on the table.

Anna Cam Fentriss is an attorney licensed in Florida since 1988 representing clients with legislative and state agency interests. Cam has represented FRSA since 1993, is an Honorary Member of FRSA, recipient of the FRSA President’s Award and the Campanella Award in 2010. She is a member of the Florida Building Commission Special Occupancy Technical Advisory Committee, President of Building A Safer Florida Inc. and past Construction Coalition Chair (1995-1997).

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S.T.A.R Awards Unique Project Winner Florida Roofing is continuing coverage of the winning projects from the 2015 S.T.A.R. Awards – the Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of Roofing – which highlights industry projects throughout Florida.

FRSA members submitted their roofing projects completed during the previous year, along with an application detailing the project, and in-progress and completion photos, for placement in one of six categories.

Project submission required a description including tear-off (if applicable), preparation, design work, installation, problem solving and any other information that might be unique to the job, such as safety requirements or field fabrication.

Categories for submission included: Sustainable, Community Service, Steep Slope, Low Slope, Specialty Metal, and Unique.

A panel of three industry professionals was established to review the submitted projects. Judging criteria included, but was not limited to: aesthetics, size, completion time, special circumstances, unique project design, complexity of project, workmanship, teamwork, testimonials, and

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creative problem solving. The judges selected three projects in each of the six categories to receive either first, second or third place S.T.A.R. Awards.

Universal Roof & Contracting, Orlando was awarded first place in the Unique category for their Windermere Walkable Decks project. The project team included: ■■ Estimator: Warren Mellick ■■ Project Manager, Superintendent and Foreman: Chuck Przychocki ■■ Manufacturer: Hydro-Stop ■■ Suppliers: Pro Source, ABC Supply Company ■■ Project MVP: Chuck Przychocki The Windermere Walkable Decks project took place on a two-story residence, and involved multiple stages, starting with the removal of rows of stone railing balusters and their storage. Tile and deck demolition began one deck at a time and was rebuilt at a new pitch to prevent pooling.

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Concrete and Clay Roof Tile

Tyler Allwood, Director of Technical Services and Systems for Eagle Roofing Products

In my opinion, tile roofing is the most popular steepslope roofing product in the world. For thousands of years, tile has graced the roofs of homes, houses of worship, universities and commercial structures. In many parts of the globe it is the primary choice for roofing.

Why has tile roofing remained so popular throughout the millennia? There are many reasons. Tile is beautiful, distinctive, long-lasting, strong and safe. Not only does it enhance the curb appeal of a building, it also provides protection from the most extreme weather conditions.

Because it is a natural product made from some of the strongest materials, it will continue to provide that protection for a long time.

For much of its history, roof tile was generally understood to be round and red, perfect for Mediterranean and old-world architecture. While tile remains ideal for an old-world look, innovations in the last 100 plus years have allowed the tile industry to create products that are perfect for any architectural style.

In order to fully comprehend the benefits of roof tile, it is important to know more about the two prevailing types of roof tile, clay and concrete. There are definite

differences between clay and concrete tiles, mostly in their construction. However, both clay and concrete tile provide many of the same benefits to the building owner, namely a beautiful roof that will stand the test of time.

Clay Roof Tile

Clay roof tile is believed to have originated in China around 10,000 BC. Clay tile was also used by most early civilizations, including Greece, Ancient Rome and Egypt. As in these early times, clay roof tile is still made from earthen clay that is formed into molds and fired or baked in kilns. Clay is very dense and non-porous making it an excellent product for roofing.

The production process for clay roof tile varies. Some tiles are still molded by hand and baked in brick ovens in small villages. Then there are modern companies using advanced technology to create precise interlocking tiles.

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As one might expect, the production process effects the look and strength of the final product and there are different grades of clay roof tiles, culminating in Grade 1, as determined by ASTM C-1167.

In addition to earthen clay, companies may use additives to enhance strength or coloring agents to expand their offering. They may also use a specialized firing process to create a harder product that can stand up to more extreme weather. As with any roofing product, it is important to consider the environment where the roof is to be installed in order to select the clay tile that meets the needs of the project.

Clay roof tile is available in many profiles, sizes, shapes, colors and finishes. Often referred to as terracotta tiles, clay roof tiles have broken free of traditional red or orange pan and cover design. They are available in a multitude of variations of “S”, flat and roll profiles.

Colors span the spectrum from the traditional reds to bright glazed ceramic finishes. The broad variety of these tiles is on display around the country and they are often found on university, government and historical buildings, including the Supreme Court.

Concrete Roof Tile

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material with endless possibilities and uses. Shortly after the discovery of concrete, the first concrete tiles were created in Germany and over the following century improvements to the production process have led to the concrete tile roofs that are so popular today.

In modern manufacturing facilities, concrete roof tiles are made by combining Portland cement, aggregate and water, as well as coloring agents and in some cases various additives. The mixture is then extruded onto molds and sent into a kiln. The extrusion process was an important innovation, as it makes concrete roof tile denser and less porous. While more porous than clay roof tile, concrete roof tile does have to pass a water absorption test, as well as a permeability test.

Concrete roof tiles are available in three main profiles: high, medium and flat. High profile tiles are often called “S” or high barrel tiles and are meant to emulate a traditional pan and cover. Medium profile tiles are sometimes referred to as roll or medium barrel tiles. Flat profiles are available in many textures and finishes and are often used to emulate slate or cedar shake roofs.

In addition to different profiles, there are different coloration processes available. Concrete roof tiles can be made with through-body coloring, known as color through, or with a slurry or color bonded surface coating.

Color through tiles are made by combining the coloring agents with the aggregate, cement and water before extrusion and are basically the same color on the top and bottom of the tile. Slurry is a combination of the coloring agent, water, cement and a small amount of fine sand

that is applied to the surface of the tile after the extrusion process. Most often, the tile below does not have any color.

Because the process for making concrete roof tile is easily automated, it is very flexible. This allows manufacturers to produce tile in any shape, texture or color quickly. The end user benefits from the value that this affords while receiving a beautiful and strong roof.

Installation

While clay and concrete tile have different constructions and production processes, the installation of the two types of tile is very similar. In fact, for basic installations, the Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) has compiled and combined the installation instructions for manufacturers of both types of tile. The Tile Roofing Institute is the association of tile manufacturers in the United States. Its role is to aid in the testing of concrete and clay tile, aid in the development of codes, publish installation manuals, train and certify installers of clay and concrete tile and advocate for clay and concrete tile manufacturers.

The TRI publishes three manuals: the TRI Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual, the FRSA-TRI Florida High Wind Tile Installation Manual, Revised 5th Edition and the TRI Cold & Snow Concrete and Clay Tile Design Criteria for Cold and Snow Regions.

More information and all of the manuals are available at www.tileroofing.org.

In the past each manufacturer had its own installation instructions. Often these instructions differed, making it

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confusing for installers to know which instructions to use Energy Efficiency when. Now there is a single resource that is recognized A growing area of focus in the roofing industry is energy by code bodies and building officials and promoted by efficiency. It is generally accepted that hot attics and their the manufacturers. Additionally, there are many oppor- effects on HVAC systems are the major causes for energy losses in buildings. More and more energy efficient prodtunities for training in the intricacies of the manual. ucts are produced every year to combat this problem.

Concrete and clay roof tiles have a clear advantage.

Tile Roof Systems Studies have shown that the air space below the tile as Clay and concrete roofs are beautiful and have the powell as the higher thermal mass of these products can tential to outlast the building on which they are installed. considerably reduce energy loss when compared to other However, it is imperative that they be viewed as part of lighter products.

These properties act similar to insulation. a roof system. If the other components of the system are Additionally, many colors of concrete and clay tiles are not appropriate or do not perform, it will not matter how highly reflective, meaning that a large amount of UV energy long the tile lasts. is immediately repelled before it can work its way through The other parts of the system are often called comto the attic. ponents or accessories. These include underlayments, flashings, vents, fasteners, etc. Every part of the system Roofing for the Future is important to the performance of the entire system.

With their many qualities, concrete and clay roof tiles The underlayment prevents any water that enters under will continue to expand their reach across North America. the tile from entering the attic space. Flashings protect These natural products provide the beauty to meet any arany intersections, such as head walls or side walls, from chitectural demand, the strength to withstand all weather water intrusion. Vents ensure that there is proper air conditions and the durability to stand the test of time. They movement trough the attic or under the tile. The fasten- will also provide the perfect platform for the future of eners provide the necessary resistance to wind. ergy efficiency.

Each of the TRI installation manuals provides details and instructions for proper installation of the compoTyler Allwood is the Director of Technical Services and nents as well as specifications for the proper materials. Systems for Eagle Roofing Products. Tyler was a Florida roofOften manufacturers provide some of these component ing contractor prior to joining Eagle, serves on FRSA’s Roof Tile products as well as guidance for a properly installed Committee and served as President of the Sarasota/Manatee system. affiliate of the FRSA.

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Tile Bone Yard – Eclectic Collection Lisa Pate, CEM, FRSA Executive Director

Over the years, FRSA has received calls from contractors looking for a rare or unusual type or brand of tile needed for a repair on an existing structure, and we’ve referred those calls to the manufacturer’s representative if the company was still in business. If not, we’d refer those calls to Penn Marshall at All Points Tile, who has a bone yard of tile available for sale to contractors.

In preparing this roof tile issue of the magazine, I decided to visit Penn’s warehouse and see for myself, just what a tile bone yard looks like. So I headed out to the heart of Oviedo to take a look. On the outside of the building, there is a list of tile manufacturers brands that are available – most of which were familiar to me – but some of the manufacturing companies themselves are long gone. Names like Bender, Duntex, Gory, Lifetile, Marley and Westile.

I asked Penn how he came to own a tile bone yard, as this seems like a specific niche in the roofing market. He told me that he first became involved in the roofing industry in 1979 working for a roofing contractor and did his first tile job in 1981. “I didn’t start out with a bone yard,” noted Penn, “it was something that came about after a few years of doing roof tile jobs. When I ordered roof tile for a job, let’s say I needed 37 squares, I would order 40 squares, taking into consideration breakage in transit, onsite damages and changes made on the jobsite. That way I had enough of the same tile to complete a job. If there were leftover pieces, I’d store them.”

Before long, he had a collection of roof tile from various jobs and began inventorying the tile. Often, he would get calls from roofing contractors who were selling their

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businesses asking if he was interested in purchasing their roof tile inventory. Word spread throughout the local community that Penn was collecting roof tile and he soon received call from landlords who owned warehouse space that was vacated by tenants, asking if he wanted to purchase or remove the roof tile left behind. As a result, the bone yard was born.

Penn also imports clay and concrete roof tile from four other continents, but will not purchase tile from China. He’s very experienced with clay tile and has consulted for companies all over the world who are interested in producing clay tile. He noted that producing clay roof tile requires skill and a detailed knowledge of the materials, the types of clays and sands, and specific production and drying times.

One unique and rare tile that he owns is called B. Miffin Hood tile, originally made in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee. The factory burned down in 1955 and was never rebuilt.

Penn keeps 3,500 squares of tile in storage, along with bird stops, end caps for hip and ridge tile and wall copings.

“Often times manufacturer’s representatives don’t have a few extra pieces of tile, or don’t have discontinued tile.

Most of the time, we either have or can get those tiles for the contractor,” Penn said.

I asked Penn what he would like to do when and if he retires. “I have a recreational vehicle and I would love to travel throughout the United States visiting family and friends.” Sounds like the perfect ending to a unique roofing career.

Tips for Successful Use of Foam Tile Adhesives Tom Parker, TCParker and Associates

Use of polyurethane roof tile adhesives continues to grow in the Florida market based on the superior uplift values that can be obtained and the fact that penetrations to the underlayment are minimized.

It is worthwhile noting that each manufacturer includes product specific instructions with each package and that these should be read and understood by all installers.

Successful installation requires that product is prepared and applied per these instructions.

Each manufacturer has performed uplift testing with specific amounts of adhesive applied to each tile in a specific pattern. The design calculations for a tile roof are based on the published uplift numbers, therefore it is up to the installer to ensure the foam is applied properly.

Preparation: Begin with confirming that the products you choose have a Florida Product Approval or an NOA (Notice of Acceptance) via miamidade.gov/building. The Florida Product Approval or NOA number is typically listed on the package as well. Once confirmed, note that the products have a range of optimum temperature of storage and for application. Single component products typically require shaking prior to use. Two component products require calibration prior to and during application. Consult manufacturers’ instruction manual for details.

Application: Each manufacturer provides detailed written instructions along with drawings detailing the exact placement of the material (paddy or bead location) and the quantity of material (paddy or bead dimensions). These may be different for different tile profiles. It is imperative that the required amount of material is placed on each tile to ensure the design uplift numbers are achieved. In some cases, the manufacturer provides the square inches of contact area required and makes recommendations to pull up a certain number of tiles to check the contact area.

Ensuring good contact area is always a prudent practice.

The adhesives also have a specific “open time” or time until the foam “skins over” which must be observed to ensure good adhesion. If the foam begins to cure before the tile is placed, it is unlikely to yield the designed uplift numbers. When in doubt, remove the foam and re-apply. For the single component products, temperature and humidity have more of an impact as these are cured from moisture in the air. Two component adhesives are chemically cured and are less impacted by humidity. The manufacturers provide a maximum time between application and placement of tile, typically one to four minutes.

Also recognize that there are specific bead/paddy sizes and placement for field tiles, eave tiles and hip and ridge tiles. In some cases, the amounts are dramatically different for each of these locations, so be sure to consult the manufacturers specific instructions.

Based on the roof pitch, other fasteners may be needed in addition to the foam, again refer to the manufacturers’

instructions.

Finally, the manufacturer’s instructions, a Florida Product Approval and Miami-Dade NOA call out that each installer needs to be trained and certified by a qualified trainer. All manufacturers provide this training, and in many cases product distributors have certified trainers as well who can certify installers.

Given that the Florida Product Approval or NOA indicates adhesive must be installed per the manufacturers’ instructions, all the above items need to be followed.

Polyurethane foam tile adhesives are a great way to provide the homeowner the most secure roof system possible. Given the history of weather events in Florida, it makes sense to have this offering available to your customers. Keep in mind that manufacturers, TRI and FRSA’s expertise is also available to help you ensure successful installation.

Tom Parker, owner of TCParker and Associates, is a Manufacturer’s Representative for Dow TILEBOND and other products. Tom worked at Dow for 33 years where he managed the spray foam business. He is trained as a chemical engineer and is a Registered Professional Engineer. More importantly, he grew up working in residential construction in the family building business.

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Roof Tile Underlayment Mark Zehnal, CPRC, FRSA’s Director of Technical Services

These definitions only tell us basic and limited informaWe are regularly asked where someone can find information about what kind of underlayment needs to be used tion: that underlayments must be water shedding and in for a particular roof tile or roof tile installation? place prior to roof tile installation. There is much more to First, what is the definition for underlayment? Here are consider when selecting a roof tile underlayment. three: In an asphalt shingle installation, the underlayment ■■ Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association serves as the primary water shedding layer until the as(ARMA), Residential Asphalt Roofing Manual 2014; phalt shingles are installed and not as an anchor to which Underlayment: Asphalt saturated felt or other materi- the shingles would be primarily attached. Once the asphalt al typically delivered in a roll, used beneath roofing to shingles are in place the underlayment functions as a secondary water barrier just in case the water is able to get provide additional protection for the deck. past the asphalt shingles.

■■ 2015 Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual; Mechanically fastened roof tile systems are similar to Underlayment: A water shedding membrane installed the asphalt shingle installation in that the roof deck is proover the roof sheathing, rafters or trusses. The undertected by the underlayment until the roof tile are in place. layment may be rigid or roll form.

However, as an added protection the roof tile fasteners ■■ FRSA-TRI Florida High Wind Concrete and Clay are generally sealed with an approved roof mastic where Tile Installation Manual Fifth Edition Revised; asphalt shingle fasteners aren’t. Additionally, the underUnderlayment: one or more water shedding layers of layment used with mechanically attached tile roof systems roofing applied to a sloped roof prior to the installation must meet the uplift design pressures for the field, perimof the roof tiles. eter and corner of the building. During a high wind event roof tiles can be damaged, resulting in the underlayment being exposed to extreme uplift pressures that the now damaged roof tile had been resisting.

For the adhesive set roof tile systems, this is where the similarities end. The underlayment performance qualities for an adhesive set roof tile system require the underlayment to become part of the load path. The load path of a roof system begins at the anchor point or roof deck.

Each component of the roof system that shares the load is like a link in a chain that work together to resist being pulled apart by the load placed upon it, which in this case is wind uplift. The required testing of roof systems reveals the limitations of use based on uplift resistance or design pressures in compliance with the structural chapters in the building code.

The underlayment product approval should provide the installation information listed with accompanying maximum design pressures. Each installation application description should include at a minimum the following information; ■■ Deck type (plywood, OSB, primed or unprimed) ■■ Anchor sheet if required (fastening pattern provided or direct to deck) ■■ Attachment method to anchor sheet or direct to deck (hot asphalt, self-adhered, cold adhesive) ■■ Approved roof tile adhesive (compatible) ■■ Maximum design pressure Remember, underlayment used in either an adhesive set or mechanically fastened roof tile system needs to meet the design pressures specific to that building.

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OSHA’s Silica Regulations by the End of this Administration Richard K. Olson, President & Technical Director, Tile Roofing Institute As reported previously, the current administration is pushing their efforts to implement the new draft OSHA regulations that will cut the allowable silica Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL) in half by the end of this administration. The original implementation date was scheduled for February 16, 2016.

The actual level (AL) is being set for a desired threshold as a 75 percent reduction, but has been determined to be unenforceable and not achievable. The draft regulations include language for establishing medical baselines for employees with more than four hours per day of time-weighted exposure to such activities and the need for formal respirator programs to be in place by companies that identify such exposure.

These new regulations will affect all aspects of building construction since the use of silica sand is found in everything from plaster, masonry and materials that have sand as a binder that extend to most roof systems. This will change the way we plan construction practices from the curb to the driveway, walls, electrical, plumbing and roof installations. For roof practices the greater concern is the impact on fall protection.

The Tile Roofing Institute (TRI) has joined efforts with the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and the other members of the Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC) that has 24 industry associations in collaboration to fight the pending new regulations. The efforts have included testimony before the OSHA committees and recently the Office of Management and Budget for the White House. Our emphasis in discussions has been centered on two main areas: 1. The costs associated with the proposed regulation and, 2. The increased fall hazards for roof practices.

CISC as an organization has spent the last year gathering actual field data and has determined the estimated costs from OSHA are significantly lower that actual data. Here are some of the points: ■■ A Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC) study (03-26-15) finds OSHA underestimated the cost of the Silica Rule for Construction (Sec. 1926) by $4.5 billion per year.

■■ OSHA says $511 million annually for Construction.

■■ CISC says $5 billion annually for Construction.

■■ The CISC report estimates that about 80 percent of the cost ($3.9 billion/year) will be direct compliance expenditures by the industry such as additional equipment, labor and record-keeping costs.

■■ The remaining 20 percent of the cost ($1.05 billion/year) will come in the form of increased prices that the industry will have to pay for construction materials and building products such as concrete block, glass, roofing shingles

and more.

■■ OSHA failed to take into account these additional costs to the construction industry that will result from the proposed standard, which will then be passed down to customers in the form of higher prices.

■■ OSHA underestimates $147 million annually for General Industry and Maritime (Sec. 1910) Page 232 of the proposed rule states – The 25 industry sectors in the overall general industry and maritime sectors that OSHA identified as being potentially affected by the proposed silica standard are as follows: ■■ Asphalt Roofing Materials ■■ Concrete Products ■■ Paint and Coatings OSHA also has not taken into account life-cycle costs.

On February 7, 2014, the Construction and Demolition Recycling Association stated the following: “Our nearly 300 members are part of an industry responsible for recycling hundreds of millions of tons of material, keeping it out of landfills, saving our natural resources, while providing thousands of green manufacturing jobs. Included in this material stream are large amounts of silica-containing material, especially concrete, asphalt, drywall, and asphalt shingles. However, after a careful reading of OSHA’s proposed rule, we are gravely concerned with the unachievable PEL standard proposed. In fact, we recommend that OSHA withdraw this flawed proposal and have meaningful dialogue with the construction and demolition industry on worker safety.”

Our discussions on roofing safety centered on the increased exposure to fall hazards from increased trips up and down roof ladders to materials on the ground level for proper cutting. The TRI has worked since 2006 with NIOSH on identification of potential mechanical cutting methods for roofing material with no successful options available. The use of water cutting saws with hoses, wet roof surface and fall protection equipment significantly increases the danger to the roofing professional. We stressed the highly transient workforce and huge burden on small business that represents the majority of roofing contractors.

With the February 16, 2016 deadline passed and more testimony coming in, there will obviously be a time extension for any formal decision. If the current administration were serious in the commitment for being in place by January we would expect a formal release by late summer. The CISC organization, we have been actively building our case to provide accurate and validated cost estimates. As testimony has developed and www.floridaroof.com | FLORIDA ROOFING

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field data collected, the CISC has positioned itself to be ready for further actions if necessary if the regulations are released as written. The hope remains that further evaluation by OMB and others will allow the withholding of the regulation until further reviews and edits can be accomplished.

We ask that roofing professionals use your voice and join with others in helping to relay our concerns. We encourage all of you as individuals, companies and associations to help raise the awareness against the poorly drafted regulations. At the TRI, we are happy to help pass along information via the FRSA to its members.

For more information on how to become directly involved, please feel free to contact the TRI at info@tileroofing.org.

Richard K. Olson is president and technical director for the Tile Roofing Institute (TRI). The association represents industry professionals involved in the manufacturing and installation of concrete and clay tile roofs in the U.S. and Canada, working with national, state, and local building officials to develop installation techniques, codes, and standards for better roofing systems. Olson can be reached at rolson@tileroofing.org. Visit www.tileroofing.org to learn more about how the Institute may benefit your business.

Safety, the “Big Picture” Bill Coombs, Safety Consultant, FRSA-SIF

When I ask companies what is the first thought that comes to mind regarding safety, the answer is usually something like Fall Protection or OSHA Citations. Although these are important areas of concern, there are so many other things that are critical to a successful safety program.

Who, what, where, when, why and how are the components that we need to address.

WHO: Who benefits from a strong safety program?

Everyone. Workers, their families, the company, the customer and the community. Who is responsible for job site safety? According to OSHA “the Employer shall furnish to all employees a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that have potential or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm. In addition, the employer shall comply with all occupational safety and health standards promulgated under The Williams-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.” This act also states that “Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are applicable to his own actions and conduct.” Ultimately, the responsibility falls on the employer to make sure that employees follow the rules and requirements. Employees that refuse to follow the instructions of the employer, and the regulations from OSHA should be retrained or their employment terminated.

WHAT: What are the safety hazards that workers are exposed to? As employers, we need to look at every potential area of concern where a worker could get injured and address it before work begins.

What do you need to do? List all hazards, fall issues, Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), chemicals, electrical, ladders, burns, weather, etc. and review your records to make sure that all workers have been properly trained to do the job safely. If there is a void in your training it needs to be addressed before workers start the job, not after someone gets injured. It is not enough to hand a worker a bucket and say, “here’s your fall protection,” you must stress to them the importance as well as train them on the proper use of the equipment and when it is required.

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WHERE: Where are workers exposed to hazards? Take a good look at your entire operation, evaluate your program and determine if you have any “holes” that need fixing.

Workers can be exposed to hazards in the warehouse, driving vehicles, on the job site, equipment operation and many other areas. Make sure you address concerns today; tomorrow may be too late. Use checklists to help make sure you cover all hazards and educate workers.

WHEN: When must you address safety concerns? In order to have a successful safety program you must address concerns prior to beginning work. Proper orientation of new workers explaining what you expect from them and how being safe is critical. Whenever there are changes in operations, equipment, location, products, personnel or job site hazards, you must educate your workers on how to do the job safely. Don’t ever assume that they know it and make it a point to train them.

WHY: Why is safety so important? No one wants to get, or plans to get hurt, but it happens. FAST. Many people say that safety is common sense, but how do you gain common sense? Common sense is gained through training, experience, education and shared knowledge from other people’s experiences. The five minutes you spend going over safety requirements with workers could save them from injury and you hours of time and expense. Definitely, time well spent.

HOW: How do you make sure your program is the best?

Evaluate and update it on a regular basis. It will require some time and research on your part but, for every minute spent training and every dollar spent on safety the return will be worth it. You are not on your own for this task, use available resources such as the Internet, OSHA, safety consultants and your workers’ comp carrier to assist you in making your safety program successful. One very important factor to remember; if you want your safety program to be successful, everything must start at the top and work down through the ranks. Management must believe in and support the safety program and provide the proper training and equipment to workers. Proper direction and reinforcement from top management will help to assure a successful company safety program.

FRSA’s June Convention and Expo Building upon the success of the newly formatted 2015 be made online, www.floridaroof.com/convention. Click on event, FRSA’s 94th Annual Convention and the Florida the S.T.A.R. Awards page and enter your job profile and upRoofing and Sheet Metal Expo will continue to offer greater load pictures of your projects. The deadline for submissions value in less time. “2015 brought a re-energized convention is May 2. and expo with shorter, more effective events, and the results were amazing for attendees and exhibitors alike,” said Cheryl Reserve a Booth Now Sulock, FRSA Director of Convention & Expo.

Response to the new format has been phenomenal and This year’s Convention and Expo will take place at the Hyatt Regency Orlando and the Orange County Convention booths are filling up quickly. Don’t miss out - contact Lisa Pate Center in Orlando, Florida. The Expo (Friday, June 17 and at (800) 767-3772 ext. 157 or lisapate@floridaroof.com to reSaturday, June 18), the premier regional roofing expo, will serve a booth today. offer attendees dedicated time to discover new products and services and network with industry professionals in the highly popular two-day format. The Convention (Thursday, June 16 through Saturday, June 18) will offer contractors mandatory and innovative seminars with continuing education credit while Tropical Roofing Products is a leader in professional grade restoration, repair and still leaving time for social activities maintenance products for BUR, Mod Bit, Metal, Concrete, PUF and Single-Ply such as clay shooting, golfing and fishroofing systems. Our Fluid Applied Restoration Systems are Miami-Dade County ing tournaments.

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Registration will be available on the FRSA website, www.floridaroof.com, for attendees and exhibitors. Watch your email for additional information in the coming weeks.

The S.T.A.R. Awards – Your Time to Shine

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MEMBER PROFILE

Joe Byrne Byrne Roofing/BRI Roof Consulting Corp., Owner Joe has been involved in the roofing industry for 35 years, 30 of which, he’s spent with FRSA. He is an FRSA Director, chair of the Governmental Affairs Committee, and serves on the Codes and Regulatory Compliance and Roof Tile Committees.

How did you get started in the roofing industry?

I started working in roofing at my cousin’s roofing company, Bill Dalton Roofing, Hatboro, PA, and kept working up the ladder over the years until I was smart enough to start my own company with my wife Vicki.

I need to know about surviving in the world. He was born in 1896 and lived through the horse and wagon days, the Great Depression and into the Space Age. Jesus Christ, who inspired me as a young man into adulthood. George Strait, great singer, song writer, horseman and to just hang out with him.

What do you personally find most rewarding about being involved with FRSA? The people in the Association, members, staff and the leadership of everyone involved in the Governmental Affairs, Codes and Roof Tile Committees, and what you can do when we all put our heads together and make a difference.

What’s your favorite part of the job?

Doing complex jobs that no one else wanted to do and challenging the crews to be innovative and work smart and safe. What advice would you give someone interested in joining the roofing industry?

What’s the most unusual roofing project that you’ve My family said “don’t do it,” but my heart said “do it” and I been a part of?

Re-roofing a medical center that had different types of roof would tell anyone that if you work hard, start at the bottom, systems and figuring out how to tie them in all together, pass and learn to do it the right way and work your way up to the the inspection, be code compliant and not tear-off the sec- top, you’ll look back at what you’ve accomplished and feel tions over where they were performing the operations or proud. procedures.

What’s your favorite pastime activity?

Going to the gun range, boating, and any activity with my wife What do you consider a waste of time?

Wasting time and energy on stupid stuff that holds up prog- (not necessarily in that order). ress and momentum.

What would be your ideal place to live and why?

Old Florida before it got so built up – I love the open spaces What’s your favorite vacation?

Going anywhere in the United States with my wife, as long as and warm weather. it’s warm!

In what other activities and organizations are you involved?

What is your dream job?

I think I’m doing it now. I love the roofing industry and the Two-time past president and current member of the Palm Beach County Roofing Association, Building Code Advisory day-to-day challenges it brings.

Board, and the Building Officials Association of PBC. If you could spend time with three people (living or not), What would surprise others to learn about you? who would they be and why?

My father, who died when I was 21. He inspired me to be me I’m more country than city, not that there is anything wrong and be happy with everything I do. He taught me everything with that, and I was at Woodstock.

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