March 2018

Florida

March 2018

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

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TABLE OF CONTENTS March 2018

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10 | S.T.A.R. Awards Steep Slope Roofing Project Winner

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8 | Cell Phone Policies A strong policy for the non-use (and use) of cell phones on the jobsite, and in traveling to and from the jobsite, is a vital part of your safety plan.

12 | Thermoplastic Membranes and Low-Slope Roofing

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The use of TPO, PVC and PVC alloy roofing membranes have continued to grow. What are the benefits of these low-slope roofing solutions that make them such a popular choice among roofing professionals?

20 | Reason Prevails in the Keys Thanks in part to the roofing industry's presentation of information, Monroe County reconsiders its well-intentioned ordinance that would require all new roofs to be standing seam.

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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Charlie Kennedy

Counting Down to the 96th Convention and Expo There’s less than four months left until FRSA’s 96th Annual Convention and the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Expo. My hope is that after working many long and hard hours over the past year, you’ll be more than ready to kick back and relax and do something rewarding for yourself and your team. As business owners, we are successful because we have the support of dedicated people we call employees. Without them, much of what we do could not be accomplished. Let’s take care of them as well as they take care of us! Bring them to the Convention and Expo and provide them with the educational opportunity to learn more about the industry and business.

This year’s Convention and Expo is taking place at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, a unique self-contained venue able to host our growing events. We’ve maxed out the expo floor and will sell out exhibit space by the end of the month.

Educational programs are industry-specific and focus on the items a roofing professional needs to continue to be successful in the Florida market.

For the first time, we’re planning a full day educational program geared for foreman and offering the NRCA’s For Foremen Only, a program focusing on communication, leadership and management skills for field managers. The roofing industry is filled with foremen and superintendents who are incredibly adept at expertly installing roof systems and who were promoted because of that expertise. Unfortunately, these individuals often do not possess equal levels of leadership, communication and management skills needed to effectively run their crews. This program introduces the concept that managing, leading and communicating are tools needed to be a truly successful middle manager.

It also uses interactive exercises to practice using these new “tools” to become effective crew leaders. Special rates will be offered for FRSA members.

The hotel room block has been opened to FRSA members with rates beginning at $159 until May 27 or when sold out. Don’t put off the decision to attend and miss out on a great hotel venue or educational opportunities that may sell out. If you’re an FRSA member and need the hotel contact information, please contact Kelsey by email, kelsey@floridaroof.com.

This year is a renewal year for continuing education credits and you’ll need to have all 14 hours by the end of August. Not sure what credit hours you’ve already taken? If you’ve taken your educational courses through FRSA’s Educational Foundation, we can provide that information for you. Contact Meghan at 800-767-3772 ext. 123 or by email, meghan@floridaroof.com.

Need continuing education credit but don’t want to wait until the Convention? FRSA has over 40-hours of continuing education seminars planned over the next two months at the FRSA Educational Foundation Training Center and at other locations around the state. We also offer industry-specific online seminars on our website, www.floridaroof.com, so that you can get your hours on your own time.

FRSA President Charlie Kennedy, Gainesville Roofing & Co. Inc.

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FRSA LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL Cam Fentriss

AOB: It's Like Workers' Comp All Over Again I am having déjà vu in Tallahassee. The AOB abuse issue She did not stop there – she is taking the same path as the workers’ compensation took another step off the cliff crisis a number of years ago. of reason when she said that Sixteen years ago, we fought the war for workers’ comp the use of an AOB for property reform and fifteen years ago, we finally won it. Along the repairs is no different than the way, one of the conditions I remember best is when the very common use of an AOB by fighting got so out of hand that those with the biggest health care providers for filing a sticks pushed those truly affected out of the way and claim for health insurance benturned it into a stupid back alley fight that everyone knew efits. Except that’s not true at would not accomplish anything at all. Who were those all. You don’t see doctors using people? your body to sue health insurThe big stick holders were the Legislature, trial lawance companies, but these repair yers, and insurers. Those truly affected were employers companies do use a customer’s and employees. While you can understand why the trial property and his insurance pollawyers and insurers would fight to protect their interests, icy to sue a property insurance it is really very hard to understand why legislators would company. You don’t see doctors throw punches, taunt and mock one side or the other and performing open heart surgery just because you signed an just dare any of those involved to cross a line drawn in the AOB when all you needed was blood pressure medication, sand. The legislators are supposed to work to find a solubut you do see some repair companies completely re-dotion. They are NOT supposed to just jump into the fight ing a kitchen just because you signed an AOB when all you and start slinging mud and other moist material. needed was a wet-dry vacuum, a few fans, and a section When a trial lawyer legislator advocates for a solution of wall replaced. This comparison from Senator Flores to the problem of excessive litigation by encouraging more was ignorant and well below what we should be able to litigation, it is wrong but at least it makes sense because expect from the chair of the Senate Banking and Insurance he is acting in his own best interests. But when one senCommittee. ator attacks insurers despite very clear knowledge and Was that the end of it? No, there is more. Senator statistics that scream “this is not a simple good versus bad, Flores claims that the vendors (water damage repair black versus white, right versus wrong problem,” then you companies) supporting the use of AOB are fighting to really have to wonder. save the use of AOBs because they represent consumOn February 6, 2018, the chair of the Senate Banking ers, individuals, homeowners. This is not true either. The and Insurance Committee, Senator Anitere Flores vendor represents the vendor. This is about income for (R-Miami, lawyer), put on a real show expressing her frustration with insurers that they claim they cannot commit to a specific rate reduction forecast if the legislature took certain step(s) to curb AOB abuse, yet the Office of Insurance Regulation can provide forecasted rate reductions for certain changes, and insurers are so well able to cite to actual statistics proving rate increases attributable to AOB abuse. She has been in this process long enough to understand that there are so many factors involved such that pricing the effect of one change (in isolation) and forecasting other factors (such as hurricanes) or the potential success or failure of the unknown make it irresponsible to commit to the kind of political cover sought here. Think about that: the complaint is that you are unwilling to guarantee Special thanks to FRSA Member, Ralph Davis, Streamline Roofing and the future but you are willing to describe the Construction Inc., Tallahassee, who met with media to testify against past. You kind of get the sense that maybe she Assignment of Benefits abuse. was counting on that as a good reason to keep from passing a bill.

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the vendor. Once the vendor gets past the “I’ll take care of everything” sales job to convince the customer to sign the contract, there is no question but that an AOB is more valuable to that vendor than it is to that customer. Senator Flores is a lawyer and as such, she should know that you cannot just claim to speak on someone’s behalf without that person’s express permission just because you want to look good (and not self-serving or greedy).

And the last troubling statement from Senator Flores was to advocate for passage of the heavily opposed bill up for debate, SB 1186 by Greg Steube (R-Sarasota, trial lawyer), that is well recognized as a “half-baked” bill just to do something now. Don’t anyone fall for that. The only reason to pass something now is to almost guarantee that AOB abuse will stay in place (and get worse) in Florida for years to come. She’s been in this political process long enough to know that you cannot successfully deal with half a controversial issue (or half deal with a controversial issue – you pick). If you have a controversial issue, you need to deal with it completely. That is the only fair thing to do for everyone, especially for your constituents.

Let’s get some things in perspective. First, this issue matters to property owners (aka consumers, constituents) whose property is affected, whose insurance policy is supposed to provide coverage, and whose insurance rates are climbing rapidly (as was the case so many years ago with workers’ comp rates). Second, this issue matters to us as reputable roofing contractors, and we are NOT insurance

company cheerleaders. We are interested in making sure that insurance companies pay for work that is actually needed and anything that makes that harder is bad for our entire industry. Third, the more insurance money that goes to the handful of unscrupulous contractors and trial lawyers, the less money that is left to pay for real claims and the more it costs a property owner to even have property insurance coverage. Fourth, the Legislature should be willing to take steps to fix abuses because they are abuses!

No one is asking them to fix “uses” as this is part of what the system is designed to handle. Fifth and most important, the Legislature’s job is to help consumers and prevent cheating. By jumping into the fight between lawyers and insurers, legislators are absolutely ignoring their responsibilities to property owners and honest businesses that are not trying to game the system. That was not a smart thing to do as we worked toward workers’ comp reform in 2003, and it still is not a good idea today.

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.

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FRSA LEGAL COUNSEL Trent Cotney, PA, Cotney Construction Law

Cell Phone Policies for Roofers Now that we’re in 2018, it’s time for employers to review their workplace policies to make changes to current policies, as well as implement new ones. Cell phone policies are one of the newer and most important policies you can have as an employer. With the proliferation of smart phones and social media, workers are becoming more and more focused on their phones and not the task at hand. This can create major problems for employers in the construction industry who are responsible for the safety of their employees. Further, rampant cell phone use while on the job creates inefficiencies and can cause delays to the entire project, potentially costing employers thousands of dollars. This article will briefly discuss a number of different aspects you need to include in your cell phone policy.

As mentioned, it is the age of the smart phone and with that comes a number of new challenges for employers. It is important to have a cell phone policy because of the risk of employees neglecting work duties while using their cell phone for personal matters and the potential for liability for accidents occurring while employees are using their phones on the job. It is easy to imagine an employee scrolling through their social media applications on their phone while walking through a job site and walking into a hazardous situation causing injury to themselves or other workers.

To avoid accidents and injuries, you need to have a cell phone policy that prohibits personal cell phone use while on the job site, except during break or lunch times. Of course, emergencies will arise that employees need to respond to immediately. In these instances, it is important to ensure your cell phone policy requires the employee to find a safe location to handle the emergency, away from hazardous areas.

Another extremely important aspect of cell phone usage is prohibiting it while driving. This is important not only when the employee is driving a company vehicle, but also when they are traveling to and from the worksite. In order to prevent accidents while on the road, you should include a requirement in your cell phone policy that personal cell phones are to be kept on silent while on the road to free the driver/employee from being distracted by a call, text message, or notification (assuming blue tooth is not available).

Further, in many areas, texting and driving is illegal. It is a good idea to have a policy stating that the employee is responsible for any traffic violations resulting from use of their cell phone while driving. Employees need to be aware that violations of any of these cell phone policies will be subject to discipline, including termination.

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phone? There may be exemptions for the use of safety applications for taking photographs of job sites or relaying information to the home office. The key is making sure that any cell phone usage complies with the company’s safety policy to prevent accidents. In addition, the cell phone policy should tie into other employee manual policies preventing the dissemination of customer lists, proprietary information, or communications that may harm the reputation or image of the company.

Finally, the policy should contemplate the return of the company-issued cell phone in the event of employee termination.

As this article has made clear, cell phones are no small matter when it comes to workplace safety, especially in the construction industry. Not only should your company have a strong cell phone policy, but you need to make sure that it is up to date and considers all of the possible side effects that come with distracted employees.

Author’s note: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.

Trent Cotney is an advocate for the roofing industry, General Counsel of FRSA, RT3, WCRCA, and PBCRSMA, and a Florida Bar Board Certified Construction Lawyer. For more information, contact the author at 866-303-5868 or go to www.CotneyCL.com.

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S.T.A.R. Awards Steep Slope Roofing Project Winner Florida Roofing is continuing coverage of the winning projects from the 2017 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 creative problem solving. The judges selected three projects in each of the six categories to receive

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either first, second, or third place S.T.A.R. Awards.

Old World Craftsmen Inc. won first place in the steep slope roofing category for their University of Florida Building 212 Newell Hall Renovation and Addition project. Their team consisted of: Contractor: Jeff Ganskop Estimator: Jeff Ganskop Project Manager: Matthew Ganskop Superintendent: Patrick Ganskop Foreman: Patrick Ganskop Manufacturer: Ludowici Roof Tile Co. Mfg. Representative: Sam Mattina Manufacturer: Merchant & Evans Mfg. Representative: Eddie Brown Supplier: ABC Supply Co. Inc. General Contractor: Ajax Building Corp.

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Project Description

University of Florida’s Building 212 Newell Hall was the third building to be constructed on the original UF Campus in 1910. Its original function was as an AG Experiment Station. The building was renovated and reopened in 1944 as Newell Hall.

In 2016 Old World Craftsmen Inc. was awarded the roofing contract for this historic structure, through the General Contractor, Ajax Building Corporation. The reroof of this historic structure involved the removal of the existing 80 squares of roof tile on the 12:12 pitch roof and installation of new Ludowici roof tile. The original roof tiles had been installed on a vertical and horizontal batten system, and were Ludowici “Dixie” tiles manufactured in Georgia at a facility that operated between 1904 and 1914. Once the “Dixie” tiles had been removed, 3/4-inch fire-treated plywood was installed over the original tongue and groove wood decking. Then Ice and Water Shield underlayment was applied and new Ludowici clay roof tiles, closely resembling the original tiles, were installed. Since the structure was historic, all copper flashings, chimney crickets and vent stacks had to replicate the original pieces. This involved custom fabrication of these accessories and soldering on chimney crickets and vent stacks. The new addition roof area was approximately 35 squares and also had to match the existing Newell Hall clay tile roof. Low slope (3:12 pitch) roof areas that had previously been roofed with a modified system, were reroofed with a double-lock standing-seam copper roof system of approximately 20 squares. Original built-in gutters were removed and a new built-in gutter system was installed. The new builtin gutters were constructed of a base layer of modified bitumen with a Siplast Parapro PPMA resin roof system

applied over the base layer. This produced a seamless gutter system. Another unique challenge of the project involved having to copper counter-flash around an estimated 85 fragile historic hollow ceramic coping stones.

Challenges

Special challenges of the project were not limited to the steepness of the roof pitch and custom fabrication of all copper accessories. The project had extremely limited access due to the close proximity of other structures.

The existing building roof area was 65’ off the ground and could only be accessed from the south elevation of the building. As a result, a crane had to be used during the entire project to go up and over the building to access the majority of the roof areas for tear-off and installation of the new roof tiles. No onsite parking or material storage was available, making it difficult for daily management of the project.

With a history of performing roof and masonry restoration work, Old World Craftsmen Inc. (a Florida Certified Roofing and Certified General Contractor) had to step outside of the usual roofing work and also perform masonry work on three chimneys. The owner, University of Florida and the General Contractor for the project discovered that three chimneys were in need of immediate repair due to the 107 year age of the chimneys. The upper five feet of each chimney had to be reconstructed. The masonry subcontractor on the project did not want the responsibility of performing the work above the new roof installations, therefore, with a mason on staff, Old World Craftsmen Inc. accepted the project. Working out of a 135’ boom lift, the mason and a helper removed loose bricks and cast stone. The upper five feet of each chimney was rebuilt and cast stone chimney caps were put in place. Congratulations to the team from Old World Craftsmen Inc.!

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How Thermoplastic Membranes Changed the Low-Slope Roofing Market Mike Ennis, RRC, Technical Director, Single Ply Roofing Industry Without question, thermoplastic roofing membranes have been the fastest growing form of low-slope roofing products for more than a decade. Thermoplastic roofing membranes come in different technologies, including TPO, PVC and PVC alloy. Long before TPO was introduced into North America, PVC membranes capitalized on several events during the 1970s to solidify its position. First, the oil embargo of 1973 inflated the price and restricted the availability of quality roofing asphalt. At the same time, high-energy costs increased demand for higher roof system insulation R-values. This began to make single-ply membranes more attractive. This attractiveness included their direct compatibility with polyisocyanurate insulation, also a growing product at the time.

In 1984, Ducker Research Inc. (now Ducker Worldwide) predicted single plies (including PVC and PVC alloys, EPDM, Hypalon [CSPE] and CPE), would capture 25 percent of the low-slope market. By the middle of that year, single plies reached 35 percent of the roofs installed and Ducker Research soon revised its year-end forecast.

TPO membranes were also introduced and by 2006, the thermoplastic market share had grown astonishingly. PVC

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and TPO together represented about 30 percent of the commercial roofing market.

Five years ago, SPRI also reported that the great majority of the billions of square feet of single-ply membrane cumulatively sold in North America (including TPO and PVC) performed without issue.

Attributes of TPO and PVC Membranes

Some attributes shared by TPO and PVC membranes include long-term weathering resistance, cold temperature flexibility, tear resistance, resistance to puncture, chemical resistance and heat-seaming capability. These membranes can be manufactured in a wide range of colors, do not cure after exposure to the elements and they remain capable of hot-air welding throughout their service lives.

Each TPO and PVC membrane has a unique formulation. Probably the most visible differing physical property attribute among these thermoplastic sheets is their relative stiffness. Some thermoplastic membranes feel relatively soft and flexible while others feel more rigid, noting this has no relation to cold temperature flexibility.

The stiffness characteristics affect only the membrane installation process. Generally, roofing contractors claim stiffer sheets aid in the seam welding process but can be difficult to work with in flashing applications where more flexibility is desired. Typically, however, all thermoplastic membranes exhibit the essential physical property characteristics mentioned above.

Thermoplastic membranes also are highly resistant to a variety of chemicals and both TPO and PVC materials are formulated to be fire-resistant. When designed as part of an appropriate roof assembly, both TPO and PVC roofing systems can achieve Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Class A fire-resistance listings. Beyond fire testing, thermoplastic membranes have been approved by Factory Mutual wind­uplift resistance classifications exceeding 500 lbf.

TPO and PVC membranes have a reinforcement layer made of either polyester or fiberglass, incorporated at the factory using a variety of techniques. Regardless of manufacturing line configuration, the compounded material is heated to a high temperature to allow the forming process to occur.

What Makes Them Popular?

One factor driving the growth of TPO and PVC

membranes is the “green” building movement. Global warming has become a focal point for many property owners, specifiers and government agencies. Electrical blackouts caused by the increased use of air-conditioning have energy providers looking for ways to reduce peak electrical demand while designers attempt to limit a building’s carbon footprint. Highly reflective roof membranes can help alleviate the heat load placed on a building by reflecting sunlight and maintaining a lower surface temperature than darker colored roof surfaces.

In the early 2000s, Chicago mandated cool roofs and several other municipalities also got on board. In 2005, California adopted building energy efficiency standards that required “cool” reflective roofs on low-slope, nonresidential roofs as part of the already existing Title 24 requirements.

Additionally, the U.S. Green Building Council created its LEED certification program for buildings that are designed, constructed and operated with sustainability in mind. The program assigns points for certain types of designs and provides a construction “point” for roofs that have high reflectivity, such as PVC and TPO membranes.

Another reason for the increasing popularity of TPO and PVC roofs is the induction welding attachment of these membranes to buildings. Induction welding is the use of an electromechanical field to heat a pre-attached bonding plate located under the thermoplastic membrane to weld to the TPO or PVC membrane. This is considered a “nonpenetrating” attachment method.

On large buildings, from an economic and labor standpoint, roofing contractors often like to use the widest TPO/PVC sheet possible when installing mechanically attached systems. This reduces the labor required to install the roof.

However, to meet certain wind-uplift requirements, the spacing of the fasteners may not allow a contractor to use the widest sheets available or may require fasteners be

spaced closely together in the lap. A narrower width sheet can help distribute the uplift forces over more structural members, allowing it to withstand greater uplift pressures, and using more fasteners in the lap area reduces the load each fastener is subjected to in a wind event.

Consequently, with induction welding, a contractor may be able to use wider sheets, fewer fasteners and less labor and still meet the design pressures required for the roof.

Easy Installation

Perhaps what contributes most to the growth of TPO and PVC membranes is the variety of attachment methods including stone ballast or pavers, mechanical fasteners and plates and/or metal bars, induction welding components, and adhered with bonding adhesives. Common adhesives used as bonding agents include solvent-based, waterborne and 100 percent solid-reactive products, including two-part and moisture cured/activated adhesives.

Certain geographies of the U.S. limit the maximum content of volatile organic compound (VOC) in various adhesives. As such, TPO and PVC manufacturers have developed low-VOC water-based adhesives and self-adhering membranes, inclusive of self-adhering flashings and details for roof system penetrations. These products can be used anywhere there are stringent low-VOC requirements that limit or exclude the use of solvent-based adhesives (subject to temperature and humidity limits).

Formulating chemists have engineered waterborne adhesives to sufficiently bond TPO and PVC membranes to various substrates such as roof insulation, wood, concrete, lightweight insulating concrete and other surfaces. Again, these water-based adhesives are especially attractive when local air quality legislation restricts VOC content in bonding adhesives.

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include curb wraps and split pipe seals that can save many hours of labor for a typical project.

Molded sealant pockets also are available with TPO and PVC systems to waterproof pipe clusters and other oddly shaped penetrations. Some square tubing wraps provide a split (cut) and overlap tab that allows the ,” and wrapped around a square tubing seals to be opened penetration.

Finally, some manufacturers offer TPO and PVC cover strips constructed by a TPO or PVC membrane laminated to a fully cured synthetic rubber pressure-sensitive adhesive. This type of product is ideal with Waterwind_HP-FRSA.qxp 10/6/15 3:50for PMuse Page 1 metal drip

edges and a variety of other applications.

Product Testing

TPO continues to be known as the “newest” membrane for commercial low-slope roofing, but it is far from unproven. ASTM D6878, “Standard Specification for Thermoplastic Polyolefin-Based Sheet Roofing” first published in 2003, has continually updated TPO performance requirements. Separately, ASTM D4434, the “Standard Specification for Poly (Vinyl Chloride) Sheet Roofing” covers PVC membranes and was first published in 1985 and has seen many improvements over the past 30 years. ASTM D6754/D6754M - 15 “Standard Specification for Ketone Ethylene Ester Based Sheet Roofing” is used for PVC KEEmodified membranes manufactured using a hot melt vinyl coating technology with DuPont Elvaloy as the foundation for the vinyl compound.

Updates to each of these product standards have included weathering resistance requirements which have been incorporated into their respective standards and into individual manufacturers’ performance requirements.

TPO and PVC membranes are also known to resist standing water.

Additionally, they are not affected ® by freeze and thaw cycles. However, similar to other roof membranes, TPO and PVC weather from the effects of ultraviolet light and heat.

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Thermoplastic Membranes Can Be Challenged

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All thermoplastic membranes rely on one layer of roofing material to waterproof the building. More traditional roofing options, such as built-up roofing and modified bitumen, offer redundancy in the form of multiple layers of roof membrane protection. Some asphalt-based product specifications also offer greater puncture and chemical resistance and are more forgiving of rooftop abuse than standard thickness thermoplastic membranes.

Another installation where care should be taken is one with high heat loading combined with concentrated exposure to sunlight. Most roofing materials degrade over time when exposed to heat and UV and their long-term performance depends on formulation and in situ conditions so exposure to high temperatures and high UV, such as south and west facing walls in extremely hot climates, may warrant either a thicker membrane or a membrane formulated for such severe conditions.

Summary

There is one thing that has not changed in the low-slope roofing market over the years: the building owner usually gets the roof performance he or she pays for. Thermoplastic membranes can meet a variety of different building requirements by offering a range of options. It is also important to note that these high performance thermoplastic roofing membranes are compatible with the latest rooftop technologies, inclusive of solar arrays and vegetative roofing. Given the wide variety of installation options available, it is easy to understand why these membranes have continued to gain in use and provide long term performance for building owners.

Mike Ennis, RRC, joined the Single-ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) trade association in 1993. He has chaired various SPRI committees and task forces, and served as president from 2004 to 2006. He became the group’s technical director in 2007.

Ennis can be reached at info@spri.org.

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Thinking Ahead: Why Successful Roofing Installations Always Begin With a Plan Paul Casseri, Product Manager, Atlas Roofing Shingles and Underlayment Division Professional contractors understand that preparation is the key to a successful roofing job. Before they put a crew on-site, they check the weather conditions and make sure all safety issues are addressed. Contractors know that their choices affect both the safety of the crew and the company’s bottom line.

Here are some of the primary issues contractors encounter and for which they should be prepared:

Hot Weather Issues

Roof installers are at the mercy of the weather. Scheduling an early start is essential in warmer months. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), overexposure to heat causes more than 600 deaths per year. Contractors should plan accordingly so most roofing work can be completed before the peak heat hours.

Starting early in the day is also a good way to avoid the rain that often comes in the afternoon, especially in the South. With diligent attention to the weather, crews get more work completed and don’t have to wait out a storm in the truck.

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Cold Weather Issues

Just as in hot months, prepping for cold weather requires planning.

Contractors should check the weeklong weather forecast for storms that could cause delays. Starting work later in the morning allows the warmth of the sun to warm the jobsite.

In the winter, layers of ClimaWarm and Hyperwarm apparel can help combat colder temperatures by providing warmth, breathability and protection.

Roofers also should wear appropriate shoes that have a good grip on cold surfaces.

Contractors also should be aware of the minimum temperature installation requirements for all roofing materials. Many shingle manufacturers advise not installing their products in temperatures below 45 degrees F. All equipment should be examined regularly because some items, such as compressors and other pneumatic tools, are susceptible to condensation that could freeze.

Safety on the Jobsite

When preparing for work, jobsite safety tops the list.

Contractors should let their crews know that standard safety regulations will be followed to the letter and no one will be allowed to cut corners on procedures. Roofing contractors have found their businesses fined, or even closed, because of legal action taken after a serious safety incident.

According to OSHA, falls account for almost one-third of serious injuries and deaths in construction work each year.

Roof work areas should be checked to ensure they are free of debris. In addition to using protective headgear, everyone in the crew should wear footwear that provides the best traction on the roof surface.

Safety harnesses, nets and guardrails should be inspected to ensure they are ready to be deployed. OSHA increased penalties for non-compliance in 2016. A steep fine can cause heartache for any business. The most cost-effective solution is to keep everyone safe.

Other safety tips for contractors include: Inspect tools and equipment before every use. Test all power tools to make sure they are clean and lubricated, and inspect cords and hoses for breaks or leaks. Do not allow workers to use hammers

with damaged handles or heads. Be sure workers are trained in the proper use of a tool, whether manual, electric or air powered, before allowing them to use it.

Don’t use damaged or makeshift ladders. Tying a ladder off at the top of a plywood brace is another common cause of ladder accidents. A ladder should be placed on firm, level ground. It should rest against a solid structure and extend three feet above the roof eave to provide a secure point for moving from the ladder to the deck.

Be aware of overhead wires because electricity can arc to a metal ladder, even if it is several feet away. Use a wood or fiberglass ladder when working near wires. For the safety of all workers, identify potentially dangerous power lines and underground hazards and mark them with warning signage.

Let the Job Begin

Success and safety in the roofing business start with smart decisions. Watch the weather, practice safe use of tools and equipment and, above all, begin each installation with a plan and make sure everyone follows it.

As Product Manager of the Roofing Shingles and Underlayment Division, Paul Casseri is responsible for all areas of product management, including product initiation, feasibility, design, development and testing. He is a graduate of Penn State University and has more than 20 years experience in the building products industry. For information about Atlas shingles and the company’s full range of products, visit www.atlasroofing.com.

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Industry Updates “We are thrilled to re-welcome Darren Schulz back in his new role as President to Boral Roofing,” said Eric Miller, Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “With Boral’s recently completed company acquisitions, we have made a strategic move into new verticals and sit at a critical point in the company’s growth. It is extremely valuable to be able to leverage Darren’s knowledge of the industry and Boral’s brand to expand market share in both the new and retrofit roofing system sectors.”

Schulz will lead the combined Boral Roofing divisions with a key focus on the successful integration of the concrete tile business as well as significant growth plans for the company’s steel and composite roofing endeavors.

“This is undoubtedly an exciting time for Boral Roofing and I am honored to be a part of it,” said Schulz.

“Boral Roofing has always led the industry in durability, sustainability, and energy efficiency, and the company’s new product lines not only align with that legacy, but provide us with numerous expansion opportunities as we kick off 2018.”

In the past, Schulz enjoyed a lengthy tenure with Boral, serving in numerous positions including Executive General Manager for Boral Building Products (Australia) and Vice President and General Manager positions in Boral Roofing’s Clay and Concrete Tile (North America), as well as the Director of Finance and Business Planning for Boral Industries (Atlanta/North America).

Schulz resides in Orange County, California, and will be based in Boral Roofing’s Irvine headquarters. He received his MBA from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelors in Accounting from the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia.

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Polyglass Achieves ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Polyglass U.S.A., Inc. announced that it has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification. This accomplishment validates Polyglass’ commitment to manufacturing quality roofing and waterproofing products, enhancing customer satisfaction, and improving business performance.

“We are proud to receive ISO 9001:2015 for all of our Polyglass locations,” said Polyglass CEO Natalino Zanchetta. “As a quality-focused company, implementing a Quality Management System is a natural step for Polyglass. It increases our reputation for quality products in the industry and builds trust and confidence in our brand.”

Certification to ISO 9001 requires an accredited registrar (third-party auditing organization) to thoroughly review the company’s policies, processes, and procedures to ensure that they are capable of consistently meeting customer, regulatory requirements and the intent of the ISO 9001:2015 standard.

The ISO 9001 standards are published by the International Organization for Standardization, an international agency composed of the national standards bodies of more than 160 countries. A new version of the ISO 9001 appears about every seven years to ensure organizations continue to adapt to the changing environment in which they operate. ISO 9001:2015 is the latest of the ISO 9001 international standards.

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TAMKO’s Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Stephen McNally, said, “Contractors trust TAMKO with water control because we’re backed by over 70 years of building product experience. With that trust in mind, we customized the experience they have when looking for our products online. Now, they can go directly to those products at TAMKOWaterproofing.com.”

TAMKOWaterproofing.com is optimized for a smooth viewing experience across popular search engines and devices, including smart phones and tablets.

The site is easy to navigate with links to application instructions, data sheets, marketing literature and technical specifications.

“TAMKO continues to raise the standard in waterproofing to help contractors succeed,” said TAMKO’s Corporate Director of Waterproofing, Erik Flick. “At TAMKO, we understand that waterproofing products are crucial to a building’s integrity and TAMKOWaterproofing.com is a testament to the company’s commitment to waterproofing contractors.”

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What is Safety?

tools/equipment, training, and/or presentation included in the process. New-hire employees should be instructed and trained prior to being sent into the field to work, regardless Kevin Lindley, Loss Control Consultant, FRSA-SIF of their prior work history. Never assume, simply based upon their reported experience, that they know or have been shown how to do things to your company standards or Work safe. Drive safe. Be safe. What does it all mean? Is expectations. It is a good idea to pair experienced employees the translation of “safe” lost in just another phrase we carewith the new-hire employee and keep a close eye on their lessly throw out there when we speak to one another; or, is performance as the new-hire employee is often more likely to it a heeding of caution, warning that the world is indeed not be injured or cause damage on the job. safe and that we need to keep our mind focused on our acField management, such as supervisor, foreman and lead tions so that we can be part of the cure of an unsafe situation? man, should have a higher level of safety training and knowlSafety in a company begins with management, who must set edge than those under them. They must be competent in any goals and commit the resources to achieve those goals. Safety situation they encounter, including disciplinary action toward is achieved only when management and employees work toother employees.

If they do not personally possess the gether to identify workplace hazards and actively participate knowledge of all situations, they should have a trusted and to prevent or control them through a safety program. good advisor available to them for reference or confirmation.

A safety program is not just a 3-ring binder with printTheir focus should not be solely dedicated to production in ed pages sitting on a shelf in an office. It’s a document that the field; they must also be a company safety representative provides the written words of what the company and its for those around them.

When an unsafe situation is observed, employees’ rules of conduct are. The program should be acit is their responsibility to immediately address the issue and curate, up-to date, known, reviewed, put into action and most have it resolved prior to allowing the work to resume.

They importantly, enforced. A good safety program is focused on should also be held accountable for their actions and conduct identification and assessment of hazards in the workplace to themselves as an example in the field for others. control or prevent them.

Another key component of a company’s safety program is The safety program of a company is a vital document to the OSHA 300 logs. Companies with 10 or more employees be kept on file and referenced when there is confusion or are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries when an issue arises. The document should include company and illnesses on the OSHA Form 300, 300A and 301 logs. policies regarding all aspects of office, road, and site safety, Based upon the number of employees, the OSHA Form 300A as well as employee expectations and disciplinary action for is required to be submitted to OSHA on an annual basis using those who do not follow the rules. The safety program should the Injury Tracking Application (ITA) online. Just a reminder; be fully reviewed, updated annually and adjusted when 2017s OSHA Form 300A is due on or prior to July 1, 2018. new safety issues arise. Once reviewed, any modifications, Also, employers must report any employee fatality directly additions added, or removals made should be noted and to OSHA within 8 hours, and any amputation, loss of eye, or distributed to all employees. hospitalization of an employee within 24 hours. This report Job site-specific literature produced such as a Job may be made over the phone or online. The OSHA Form Hazard Analysis (JHA), Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA), 300A (Summary of related injuries and illnesses) is required Fall Protection Plan, Hazard Assessment Plan, Hazard to be posted in a visible location at the place of business from Communication Plan and all Safety Data Sheets (SDS) should February 1 through April 30 each year. also be kept available on file. In new construction, many times All employees of a company, from administrative to field the general contractor or owner’s representative will request workers, need to be aware of the company safety policies and a copy of the documents they require in addition to the above follow them.

If they do not follow the policies, the rules must noted documents; copies of their forms should also be kept. be enforced.

Failing to enforce the policies could makes them When a site-specific document is created, review the docuvoid in the eyes of OSHA and other government entities. ment with the foreman or crew leader prior to mobilizing on When creating disciplinary actions for employees, companies the site. In unique site conditions, a documented site visit should be cautioned to create a fair and balanced procedure may also be required. to address the violations such as a three-strike policy. An exAdditional documentation should also be examined and ample of this would be a written warning on the first offense, maintained. Supporting documentation for any scheduled retraining on the second offense and possible termination on training, including the sign-in roster of those who attended, the third violation. the material covered or discussed as well as copies of any When looking at your company’s safety, many aspects certifications issued should be kept on file. When employare taken into consideration. The most visible aspect at first ees are issued certifications, it is a good idea to record and glance is the compliance of the individual employee; howtrack the certifications so that they can be updated prior to ever, after further investigation, the full view of the safety expiration. Employee training programs must be evaluated “Culture” in a company includes much more. Starting with and consistently improved upon. Always remember, if it’s not management, processes, behaviors and full management documented, it’s like it never happened. support, creating a “Safety Culture” is a practical goal which is All activities involved with the new-hire process should fully obtainable. also be documented and signed by both the new-hire individual as well as the employee who provided the documents, www.floridaroof.com | FLORIDA ROOFING

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Reason Prevails in the Keys, But Good Intentions are Certainly Not in Short Supply Mike Silvers, CPRC, Silvers Systems Inc. & FRSA Director of Technical Services

There is good news from Monroe County. The Board of County Commissioners removed from consideration the following ordinance: “SECTION 2: METAL ROOFING. Any new or substantially improved or repaired roof in Monroe County must be a standing seam roof.”

The roofing industry, by presenting consistent, well prepared information, helped the commission and their staff conclude that current damage evaluations and data do not support a need for this well-intentioned but unworkable ordinance.

The commission has directed its state legislative delegation to look for ways to allow similar limitations.

We will continue to monitor this if it develops further.

In February, a meeting of the Florida Building Code Lightning Protection Workgroup will take place in Jacksonville. They will be discussing a suggested code modification to make lightning protection systems mandatory on all non-residential construction. These systems are currently required on schools, hospitals and nursing homes only. They are optional on other buildings. Roofing contractors are involved in coordinating the installation, removal and re-installation of these systems. They also have to deal with the attachment points and the numerous penetrations inherent with these installations. FRSA sent a memorandum to the commission stating our opposition to an expansion of the requirements. We will be at the meeting to voice our concerns.

Since Hurricane Irma rebuilding began, we’ve received reports and questions from around the state concerning problems with local interpretation of the code or of manufacturer’s product approvals or notices of acceptance. They range from: verification of deck nailing under previously installed peel and stick underlayment (turns out they’re stuck); new peel and sticks not being allowed over previously installed peel and sticks; metal panels that have product approval for shingle recovers are not being allowed to be installed over one layer of shingles; vents that have received

voluntary product approval not being allowed in an area where they had been previously. Some of these examples may be questionable while others are certainly correct, but they are based on local interpretations which can make it very difficult for contractors and manufacturers to comply. Some of these examples are similar to the Monroe County ordinance, they are well intentioned, but short on supporting data and (unlike the ordinance) they are often not in writing. The Florida Building Code was adopted at least partially in the hope of uniformity. If we cannot get a clear understanding and documentation of local requirements and interpretations we will continue to have this confusion.

Our goal should be for a clear, consistent, teachable and enforceable building code. The Florida Building Commission and the Florida Building Code gives us an opportunity to pursue that goal.

Passage of the Monroe County ordinance would have undermined that objective. So do unwritten and unspecific local interpretations. In contrast, the Lightning Protection proposal is going through a review process that provides an opportunity for input from all interested parties. It will be discussed, debated and eventually voted on. In order for it to pass this must happen at several levels. If it is adopted it will be properly noticed and finally implemented.

This process allows us to separate these well-intentioned proposals and interpretations into the workable and unworkable and, just as importantly, the affordable from the unaffordable.

Mike Silvers, CPRC, is owner of Silvers Systems Inc., and is consulting with FRSA as Director of Technical Services. Mike is an FRSA Past President, Life Member and Campanella Award Recipient and brings over 40 years of industry knowledge and experience to FRSA’s team. Mike is available to FRSA members who have code or technical questions and can be reached at 800-767-3772 ext. 169 or by email at silvers@floridaroof.com.

FRSA 2018 Seminar Schedule Two-Day Asbestos Competent Person and Onsite Roofing Supervisor Course April 5-6, Competent Person Training–FRSA members $250/ Nonmember $295 – FRSA Training Center April 6, Worker or Refresher Training–FRSA members $130/ Nonmember $150 – FRSA Training Center FRSA Training Center is located at 7071 University Blvd, Winter Park, FL 32792.

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Peel and Unstick: Tips For Removing Self-Adhesive Underlayment Paul Casseri, Product Manager, Atlas Roofing Shingles and Underlayment Division.

Self-adhering waterproof underlayment is an adhesive-backed membrane designed to provide a secondary layer of protection against leaks or damage caused by extreme weather. Properly installed, it can minimize moisture penetration into critical areas of the roof system, such as along the eaves, in rakes and valleys, and around roof penetrations such as flues, exhaust vents, chimneys and skylights.

But the adhesive properties that help peel-and-stick underlayment protect the roof deck also make it difficult to remove, especially if it has been in place for a long period of time.

The first step is to pull away any underlayment that can be easily removed, taking special care not to damage the roof deck in the process. With the underlayment out of the way, the deck can be more easily inspected for signs of deterioration or damage.

Removing the underlayment reduces the build-up of materials that could generate a leak-producing water stop.

It also eliminates unevenness that could cause aesthetic issues in newly installed shingles.

When more than one layer of self-adhesive underlayment is present, all layers should be removed. If they can’t be removed easily, the contractor may be forced to replace affected areas of the decking.

However, if only one layer is present and it cannot be easily removed without causing damage to the deck, roofers can install a second layer of underlayment over the existing membrane.

When a second layer is applied, roofers should offset laps in the new and existing underlayment. The new layer should be “feathered in” by extending the new material a minimum of 8 inches beyond the edge of the existing material to reduce or eliminate chances of water stops and unsightly aesthetic issues.

Protecting the roof deck is paramount. If the self-adhering underlayment layer refuses to pull away from the

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deck easily, the contractor may be left with no choice but to remove and replace the deck itself. Failure to do so may cause bigger problems down the road.

As Product Manager of the Roofing Shingles and Underlayment Division, Paul Casseri is responsible for all areas of product management, including product

initiation, feasibility, design, development and testing.

He is a graduate of Penn State University and has more than 20 years’ experience in the building products industry. For more information on underlayment options, visit www.atlasroofing.com/roof-underlayment/specialty.

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Have You Got What It Takes to be a 2018 S.T.A.R. Awards Winner?

In 2013, FRSA held the first Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of Roofing – S.T.A.R. Awards, highlighting the best of the best roofing projects throughout the state.

In the past five years the number of entries has doubled, and project submissions continue to show the talent and beauty produced by our industry, proving that roofing is a sophisticated and specialized field in the building envelope.

A panel of industry professionals evaluates S.T.A.R. Award entries for inclusion in one of six categories: Sustainable, Community Service, Steep Slope, Low Slope, Specialty Metal, and Unique. Judging criteria includes, but is not limited to aesthetics, size, completion time, special circumstances, unique project design, complexity of the project, workmanship, teamwork, testimonials, and creative problem solving.

Are you ready to show off your best projects from 2017? Are you ready for your project to be showcased in Florida Roofing Magazine? Simply visit FRSA’s website, www.floridaroof.com, click on the S.T.A.R. Awards link, and complete the online form. You’ll need a project profile which is a brief document that describes the project including tear-off (if necessary), preparation, design work, installation, problem solving and any other information (i.e. special safety requirements, difficulties or field fabrication) which might be interesting or pertinent to the judges in evaluating the project’s story. What made your project unique? What challenges did you face? The project profile is your chance to tell the judges why your project deserves to win. The more information you can provide,

the better.

You’ll also need plenty of high-resolution photos of the project. Be sure to show the project in-progress and complete so the judges can see the work you did. This is your chance to show off what makes your project unique.

Don’t have many photos of the completed project? Go take some!

Wondering why you should submit a project for the S.T.A.R. Awards program? S.T.A.R. Award winners and participants receive exposure during and after the S.T.A.R. Awards ceremony. Project details, photos, project leaders, manufacturers, and distributors are featured in the S.T.A.R. Awards program and on large displays near the FRSA Registration Desk during Convention.

S.T.A.R. Award winners are also promoted on the FRSA website and social media. Winners are provided with custom press releases so that you can let your potential customers and competitors know that you are a S.T.A.R. Award winner. Get your company, project, and employees the recognition they deserve!

Since 1922, FRSA members have represented the best that Florida roofing and sheet metal industries have to offer. Take the time to make sure your impressive projects receive the recognition they deserve.

Manufacturers, Distributors and Suppliers

Do you have customers that have unique industry projects? Send them the S.T.A.R. Awards information or complete the application for them. If they win a S.T.A.R. Award using your products, you’ll be recognized too!

(Contractor company must be an FRSA member to be eligible for award.)

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Be sure to submit your application by the deadline of April 10, 2018. Late entries will not be accepted. Questions on the application process? Please contact Meghan Roth at 800-767-3772 ext. 123 or meghan@floridaroof.com.

Only current FRSA members are eligible to apply. Not a member? Contact Maria Armas at 800-767-3772 ext.

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