Roofing Tear-Off / Re-Roof Daily

NRCA-aligned daily walk specific to tear-off and re-roof projects. Beyond general roofing safety, addresses debris management, deck condition discovery, weather hold thresholds, and underlayment dry-in.

Pre-Tear-Off Readiness

• Competent person has reviewed the tear-off sequence and hazards with the crew
  Confirm the daily plan covers access, fall protection, debris handling, deck exposure, and weather triggers before work starts.
• Roof area below and adjacent to work zone is barricaded or controlled
  Check that drop zones, public access areas, and staging areas are protected from falling debris and unauthorized entry.
• Access routes, ladders, and roof entry points are clear and secure
  Verify safe access for workers and material movement without trip hazards, damaged ladders, or blocked egress.
• PPE appropriate for tear-off is available and in use
  Confirm hard hats, eye protection, gloves, slip-resistant footwear, and task-appropriate fall protection are being used.

Debris Management

• Debris is being removed or contained before it accumulates to an unsafe level
  Verify tear-off debris is not creating unstable walking surfaces, overloading the roof, or obstructing work paths.
• Chutes, dumpsters, or ground disposal method are positioned and used safely
  Confirm debris is being directed to the intended disposal point without creating struck-by exposure or public hazards.
• Nails, fasteners, and sharp debris are being collected from roof and ground surfaces
  Check for magnetic sweep, hand pickup, or equivalent cleanup to reduce puncture and slip hazards.
• Combustible debris is separated from ignition sources
  Verify hot work, smoking, or spark-producing activities are controlled around dry roofing debris and waste containers.

Deck Discovery and Structural Condition

• Exposed deck is inspected as tear-off progresses
  Confirm the competent person is checking for rot, delamination, soft spots, missing fasteners, or other non-conformances as the roof is opened up.
• Unsafe or deteriorated deck areas are marked and protected
  Verify weak sections are clearly identified, restricted, and bridged or repaired before workers continue across them.
• Openings, skylights, and penetrations are guarded or covered
  Check that all roof openings are protected against falls and that covers are secured and capable of supporting intended loads.
• Deck repair or replacement needs are documented and communicated
  Record any discovered deficiencies that require carpentry, engineering review, or schedule adjustment before re-roofing continues.

Weather Hold and Environmental Conditions

• Current weather conditions are acceptable for roof work
  Record wind, precipitation, lightning risk, and surface conditions. Stop work if conditions create a fall, struck-by, or water intrusion hazard.
• Wind speed is below project hold threshold
  Enter the measured or observed wind speed and confirm it is within the site-specific safe-work limit established by the competent person.
• No active lightning, heavy rain, or unsafe wet-surface conditions are present
  Verify the crew has paused or stopped work when weather creates an immediate hazard or threatens exposed deck and underlayment.
• Weather hold decision has been communicated to the crew
  Confirm the foreman or competent person has communicated continue/hold/evacuate instructions to all affected workers.

Dry-In and Underlayment Protection

• Exposed areas are covered with temporary dry-in or weather protection
  Confirm tarps, underlayment, or other approved coverings are installed to protect open roof areas before the end of the shift or before weather exposure.
• Underlayment is installed in the correct sequence and not left exposed beyond limits
  Check that underlayment laps, fastening, and exposure duration align with manufacturer and project requirements.
• Temporary terminations and tie-ins are secure
  Verify edges, valleys, penetrations, and transitions are sealed or terminated to prevent wind uplift and water entry.