Florida Roofing February 2024

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Contents 13 | The New 2023 FBC Eighth Edition is Now in Effect. Questions? We Have Answers.

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37 | OSHA Visits Your Jobsite. Now What?

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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Les Sims, CPRC

Cotney Match, Member Donations Move Foundation Closer to Scholarship Goal Each December for the past several years, Trent Cotney has provided matching funds for donations made to the FRSA Educational and Research Foundation on “Giving Tuesday.” The campaign, which includes three other roofing-related foundations throughout the U.S., is promoted by Roofers Coffee Shop and, of course, Florida Roofing. This year, Trent expanded the donation window to the entire month of December. FRSA members responded generously and nearly $10,000 was raised for this year’s Charity of Choice: FRSA Educational and Research Foundation Scholarships. This is an amazing response!

Contributors include:

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■ Bob & Elaine Purdy

Wishing you a safe and successful month,

■ Roofing Contractors Association of South Florida

The 2024 Convention poster features the theme “Roofing is Our Heritage, Quality is Our Tradition.” The posters are a great way to get the word out about the annual Convention and Expo. To get one, reach out to Director of Convention, Anna Torres at anna@floridaroof.com.

■ Bill & Terry O’Brien

Les Sims, CPRC, FRSA President Owner, Armstrong Roofing Inc.

■ Elite Roofing / Camille Austin

2024 Goal: $50,000 in Scholarships to the Next Generation

Les Sims, CPRC les-armroof@comcast.net

This year, I established Foundation Scholarships as the 2024 Charity of Choice and set a goal of awarding $50,000 in scholarships during the annual Convention coming up in June. I greatly appreciate the very generous contributions that FRSA members provided in December to help bring this goal closer to reality.

A special thanks to Trent Cotney for his consistent support of the Foundation and for getting things going in December by offering to match funds. Trent not only provided matching funds, he also renewed his $2,000 annual scholarship contribution for five years.

Consider a Named Scholarship for Your Company or an Individual

We still have a ways to go to meet the goal. You can help with either a one-time scholarship in the name of a company or individual(s) or you can set up a company legacy with a named Endowment for donations of $10,000 or greater. The Foundation has pledged that the corpus you donate will never be touched and interest earned from your Endowment will fund future scholarships. What greater legacy could your company have than a permanent scholarship Endowment to help future industry leaders attending trade school or college? For details, contact John Hellein at 800-767-3772 ext. 123 or john@floridaroof.com.

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FRSA GENERAL COUNSEL Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP

CTA Reporting Obligations – Are You Prepared?

As you are likely aware, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was passed in 2021 and its requirements took effect on January 1, 2024. The goal of the CTA is to enforce transparency in business ownership and structures and its intent is to prevent money laundering, terrorism financing, tax fraud and other illicit activities.

What Companies Are Impacted?

Most entities that are incorporated or registered to do business in a state are required to disclose details about their owners, officers and other significant stakeholders. They must provide this information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), which is part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

The mandates of the CTA will impact nearly every small business. Reporting companies are primarily limited liability partnerships (LLPs), limited liability limited partnerships (LLLPs), limited liability companies (LLCs) and business trusts. Even single-owner LLCs must report, but sole proprietors that are not LLCs are not.

Both domestic and foreign businesses must comply. This includes: ■ Domestic reporting companies, such as LLPs, corporations or other entities formed after filing with a secretary of state or similar office under state or tribal law.

■ Foreign reporting companies, such as LLCs, corporations or other entities created per the law of a foreign country and registered to do business in a U.S. state or tribal jurisdiction.

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Are Some Companies Exempt?

Many larger companies in highly regulated industries are not required to submit the CTA reporting, as they follow other requirements. These fall into 23 categories: Bank Holding Companies and Savings and Loan Holding Companies; Banks; Broker-Dealers; Commodity Exchange Act Registered Entities; Other Exchange Act Registered Entities; Domestic Credit Unions; Domestic Governmental Authorities; Financial Market Utilities; Large Operating Companies; Pooled Investment Vehicles; Public Accounting Firms; Public Utilities; Registered Money Transmitting Businesses; Registered Investment Companies and Advisers; Securities Exchange or Clearing Agents; Securities Issuers; State-Licensed Insurance Producers; StateRegulated Insurance Companies; Tax Exempt Entities; Entities Assisting Tax Exempt Entities; Subsidiaries of Exempt Entities; Inactive Entities; and Venture Capital Fund Advisers.

Large operating companies meet these criteria if they: ■ Employ more than 20 full-time workers in the United States.

■ Operate physical offices in the United States.

■ Report more than $5 million in gross sales or receipts, as evidenced by the previous year’s tax return.

If submitted information changes or is found to be inaccurate, revised reports must be submitted within 30 days of the change or learning about the error. Some examples of events that require changes include, but are not limited to, an owner having a name change, moving or passing away; a form of identification expiring or a company changing an address.

Providing false information, failing to submit complete information or failing to amend information can lead to criminal and civil penalties – as much as $10,000 for each violation and two years in prison.

Next Steps

If your company is among the many small businesses required to comply with CTA reporting, begin organizing your information as soon as possible. If the company was created before 2024, you have until January 1, 2025 to file your initial report. However, it may take time for you to locate the company registration documents and gather the other required pieces of information.

To learn more, visit the FinCEN web page at www.fincen.gov/boi, which includes frequently asked questions and instructional videos.

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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 What Are the Deadlines? advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.

If an entity was created before January 1, 2024, it must Trent Cotney is a partner and Construction Practice file its initial report by January 1, 2025.

Group Leader at the law firm of Adams and Reese LLP If it was formed between January 1, 2024 and and FRSA General Counsel. You can contact him at January 1, 2025, it must file its initial report within 90 813-227-5501 or trent.cotney@arlaw.com. days of the company’s creation.

If an entity is formed after January 1, 2025, it must file within only 30 days of its creation. There are curFree Legal Helpline for FRSA Members rently no extensions to these deadlines.

Adams and Reese LLP is a full-service law firm dedicated to serving the roofing industry. FRSA members What Information Must Be Provided? can contact Trent Cotney to discuss and identify legal Non-exempt entities must submit information such as issues and to ask general questions through access the following: to specialized counsel. They offer free advice (up to 15 minutes) for members. If additional legal work is ■ The reporting company name, applicable trade required, members will receive discounted rates. This names, physical address, registration jurisdiction is a pro bono benefit provided to FRSA members only. and tax identification number.

Contact Trent at 813-227-5501.

■ The reporting company’s beneficial owners, as well as their birthdates, addresses, governmentissued identification numbers (passport or driver’s licenses) and copies of those ID documents.

■ Names of the applicants who filed the documents to create the entity or directed someone else to do so.

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FRSA LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL Chris Dawson, Attorney, GrayRobinson

2024 Legislative Priorities Emerge As the Legislature gavels in for the 2024 Session, top priorities are emerging for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), Senate President Kathleen Passidomo (R – Naples) and Speaker of the House Paul Renner (R – Palm Coast).

Governor Ron DeSantis

Taking a quick break from the campaign trail in Iowa, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered the State of the State address on January 9, touting past accomplishments and outlining a relatively light policy agenda for 2024. The majority of the Governor’s proposals revolve around fiscal responsibility including scaling back state spending by $4 billion and reducing the state workforce, largely by eliminating vacant positions. The Governor laid out several additional priorities including: ■ Another $1.25 billion for teacher pay increases.

■ Placing $16.3 billion in reserves.

■ $1.1 billion in consumer-friendly tax cuts, including cuts to assessments and fees on homeowners’ insurance.

■ An additional $20 million for law enforcement recruitment.

■ $1.1 billion for Everglades restoration.

■ $125 billion for land conservation.

Speaker Paul Renner

Speaker Paul Renner also enjoyed a tremendously successful session in 2023, ushering in comprehensive tort reform to Florida. He and his colleagues in the House were also successful in a nation-leading expansion of school choice in which all Florida students – regardless of their family income – are eligible for state vouchers. He looks to follow this success in his final session in 2024 by focusing on the following issues: ■ Increased funding for students with disabilities.

■ Healthcare price transparency.

■ Social media ban for children 16 years and younger.

■ Lowering discretionary spending and prioritizing long-term infrastructure investments.

The Governor’s parting message to legislators as they embarked on the 2024 regular session was “stay the course.”

The 2024 session is scheduled to conclude, sine die, on March 8, 2024.

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Senate President Kathleen Passidomo

Congratulations to Chris for being recognized in News Service of Florida’s 40 Under 40 Rising Stars!

Senate President Passidomo experienced great success in the 2023 legislative session, including passage of a landmark affordable housing effort called the “Live Local Act.” As she turns her eyes towards her second and final session at the helm of the Senate, she continues to focus on issues related to livability and affordability, particularly in healthcare. Her top priority for the 2024 session is an omnibus bill on healthcare intended to increase access and bolster Florida’s healthcare workforce. She is calling the bill the “Live Healthy Act.” Additional priorities for the Senate President are: ■ Deregulation of the public school system to increase efficiency and innovation (a bill dubbed the “Learn Local Act”).

■ Expansion of professional licensure reciprocity.

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■ Creation of a dedicated stream of conservation funding utilizing state revenue share from the Seminole Gaming Compact.

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Chris Dawson is an Attorney and professional Lobbyist for GrayRobinson’s Orlando office and is licensed to practice law in both Florida and Alabama. He primarily focuses on lobbying and government relations for public and private sector clients at the executive and legislative levels of state government. He is credentialed as a Designated Professional Lobbyist by the Florida Association of Professional Lobbyists. Chris also holds two degrees in Civil Engineering and has experience in construction litigation and design professional malpractice defense.

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Elevating Roofing Excellence by Investing in Field Leadership The landscape of the roofing industry is dynamic and challenging and as a contractor, you cannot overlook the significance of incorporating robust field leadership on your team. As the industry grapples with skilled labor shortages and other uncertainties, the role of foremen and field leaders becomes increasingly vital. These pivotal figures are more than just workers: they are the linchpins of project success and efficiency, bridging the gap between the actual work and strategic management. Their influence extends beyond immediate tasks to impact project timelines, quality and overall success. However, despite their critical role, our industry faces a widening gap in skilled field leadership. Fueling this shortfall is an aging workforce, dwindling interest among younger generations and a noticeable gap in skills transfer. Addressing this issue is not just necessary, it’s an urgent priority for the future of the roofing industry.

Field leaders play a crucial role in navigating the industry’s complexities. They are at the forefront of managing the technical aspects of roofing projects and the workforce to accomplish these tasks. Among their significant challenges are managing demanding project schedules and dealing with the industry’s skill and labor shortages. Often, these leaders find themselves in a delicate balancing act, torn between hands-on project execution and the management of their teams. This juggling act can lead to burnout and decreased project efficiency, underscoring the need for a more strategic and balanced approach to field leadership.

Despite the critical nature of their role, the training and support field leaders receive is often inadequate.

There is a substantial need for investment in both technical and soft skills training. Such training can lead to significantly better project outcomes and enhanced team morale. Initiatives focusing on leadership, time management and conflict resolution can empower field leaders to manage their teams more effectively, improving overall project performance.

Developing critical skills in field leaders is essential for the overall success of projects. These skills include leadership and team coordination, resource planning and effective management. Enhancing these skills leads to improved productivity and better communication within teams. For example, a field leader skilled in resource planning is better equipped to anticipate and mitigate potential delays, keeping projects on track and within budget.

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Empowering field leaders requires a deliberate and comprehensive strategy. Companies must allocate time and resources for the training and development of these leaders, including formal training programs and opportunities for on-thejob learning. Additionally, a focus on strategic resource planning can help minimize delays related to resources, while mentorship programs can play a crucial role in facilitating skill development among field leaders.

Soft skills, especially communication, are vital for effective field leadership. Good communication skills can vastly improve team dynamics and the outcomes of projects. Furthermore, mentorship is critical in developing new leaders in the field. By pairing experienced leaders with those who are less experienced, companies can create an environment conducive to knowledge transfer and professional growth.

A company-wide approach is necessary to enhance field leadership. This approach should include organizational support for training programs and creating a culture that values and invests in its leaders. Building a sustainable talent pipeline for the future also involves attracting and retaining younger workers by providing them with a clear path for growth and development within the field.

Our industry’s future hinges on the strength and skills of its field leaders. These individuals are the driving force behind the successful completion of projects, client satisfaction and, ultimately, the reputation and profitability of the business. However, the rapid pace of change in the industry, driven by technological advancements and evolving customer expectations, adds another layer of complexity to the already challenging role of these leaders. Roofing companies must adapt their strategies to address these challenges and leverage them as opportunities for growth and differentiation in a competitive market.

One of the critical areas where field leaders can make a substantial impact is the adoption and implementation of new technologies. The roofing industry is experiencing a wave of technological innovation, from advanced materials to digital tools for project

management and customer interaction, along with the advancement of AI and robotics. Field leaders who integrate these technologies into their workflows can significantly enhance efficiency, accuracy and client engagement. Training programs should also encompass technological proficiency, ensuring that field leaders are equipped to navigate and leverage these advancements effectively.

Another vital aspect is fostering a culture of safety and quality. In an industry where the risks are high, field leaders play a crucial role in enforcing safety protocols and ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Their ability to lead by example, educate teams about best practices and maintain a vigilant eye on compliance matters are all essential for minimizing accidents and upholding the company’s reputation for quality workmanship.

Sustainability and eco-friendly practices are becoming increasingly important in the roofing industry.

Consumers and regulatory bodies alike are demanding greener, more sustainable building practices. Field leaders who understand and advocate for eco-friendly materials and methods can position their companies as industry leaders in sustainability, opening doors to new market opportunities and customer segments.

The human element of field leadership cannot be understated. Roofing projects are stressful, involving tight deadlines and complex coordination of resources and personnel. Field leaders who excel in people management, conflict resolution and motivation can maintain high team morale and productivity. Their ability to manage and inspire their teams is as critical as their technical skills.

Finally, the role of field leaders extends beyond the immediate scope of project management. They are ambassadors of the company’s values and culture. Their interactions with clients, suppliers and the broader community shape the public perception of the company. Investing in personal and professional development enhances their capacity to lead effectively and elevates the company’s image in the industry.

With the right blend of training, support and empowerment, these leaders are poised to drive significant advancements and innovations, making their role increasingly central as the industry evolves.

Focusing on nurturing and empowering field leaders is more than a tactical move, it represents a deep investment in the very fabric of our industry’s future.

By prioritizing employee growth and development, companies are fostering a culture of excellence and customer satisfaction that transcends individual projects, setting themselves up for enduring success and gaining a competitive edge. Roofing contractors who embrace this strategy, dedicate resources and attention to cultivating their field leaders, ensure sustained growth and stability for their businesses and establish themselves as leaders for innovation and progress.

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John Kenney, CPRC has over 50 years of experience in the roofing industry. He started his career by working as a roofing apprentice at a family business in the Northeast and worked his way up to operating multiple Top 100 Roofing Contractors. As CEO, John is intimately familiar with all aspects of roofing production, estimating and operations. During his tenure in the industry, John ran business units associated with delivering excellent workmanship and unparalleled customer service while ensuring his company’s strong net profits before joining Cotney Consulting Group. If you would like any further information on this or another subject, you can contact John at jkenney@cotneyconsulting.com.

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DuPont Tedlar Scholarship Awarded to STEM Students

DuPont Tedlar and the SPE (Society of Plastic Engineers) Foundation announced that two students have been awarded the DuPont Tedlar Scholarship for academic study focused on plastics engineering. Each scholarship recipient received $2,500 to support their studies in STEM (science, technology, engineering, math). The scholarships are part of a year-long partnership between DuPont Tedlar and SPE to support the Foundation’s three-pronged approach to enrich and develop the future workforce for the plastics industry.

“It’s extremely rewarding to support these two very deserving students in their academic pursuits of making an impact in the plastics industry,” said Corynn Sheridan, Global Marketing Director, DuPont Tedlar.

“I’m inspired by the passion and dedication of the recipients and hope that our DuPont Tedlar scholarship will continue to play a positive role in supporting the next generation of STEM workers for years to come.”

The two scholarship recipients are Cameron Sawicki, a junior at Ferris State University majoring in Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology and Michael Quinn, Jr., a senior at Penn State Behrend majoring in Plastics Engineering Technology.

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The New 2023 FBC Eighth Edition is Now in Effect. Questions? We Have Answers.

Mike Silvers, CPRC, Owner, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Director of Technical Services The new Florida Building Code Eighth Edition (2023) bold green and any notes I provide that are not in the went into effect December 31, 2023. There are nucode appear in red. I am available to FRSA members to merous changes that have a significant impact on the answer your code-related questions. roofing industry. FRSA has been deeply involved in its development during the three-year modification Where are the Wind Speeds and Windand promulgation cycle. We have developed educaborne Debris Regions shown in the code? tional information that previews these changes based 2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, on knowledge gained during the cycle and on the RESIDENTIAL published code supplements. Most of this was done CHAPTER 3 – BUILDING PLANNING before the final draft of the code was available. We SECTION 301 DESIGN submitted these seminars for approval for continuing FIGURE R301.2(4) ULTIMATE DESIGN WIND education credit and presented seminar overviews at SPEEDS, Vult the majority of our local affiliates that covered most Note: Maps shown are new. The red circle indicates the of the important changes. We presented the seminars areas where wind speeds have changed substantially. several times at our Convention in July last year as The Residential Code Figure R301.2.(4) (below) shows well as several times at the FRSA Training Center. We the wind contour lines and also shows the wind-borne partnered with the Building Officials of Florida (BOAF) debris region (shaded) on a single map. The Building to present them at six locations throughout Florida for Code has four different contour maps and the windboth contractors and building officials. borne debris region is described in definitions Chapter I have covered many of these changes in my Florida 2. The wind-borne debris region will change depending Roofing articles during and after the code modificaon the risk category (type of occupancy) for the buildtion process. Hopefully, you have been able to get ing. The residential map is basically the same as for up to date through these efforts. If not, we will be Risk Category II structure in the Building Code volume. offering many updated and advanced courses at the This is the most common risk category for buildings.

Convention in June.

I understand that devoting the time to familiarize yourself with building code changFigure R301.2.(4) Wind-borne Debris Region Map es may not be your highest priority but having someone in your organization that has is critical. Since the code has been implemented and must be complied with, I will attempt to provide you with information in this article that will answer some of your questions. It is quite an extensive but not an all-inclusive review. We will be reviewing specific sections of the code. At the beginning of each code section there is a title that addresses which version, volume or sub-code, chapter See map notes 1, 2, 3, 4, and section of the code where the language 5, 6, 7, 8 in shaded box on appears. You can do a more thorough analysis page 15. by reviewing the applicable code section at: https://codes.iccsafe.org/codes/florida.

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The new code changes are in blue and underlined; code language that has been removed is shown in red and stricken through. If I want to emphasize something, it will be in underlined while text that is bold appears that way in the code. Questions to be addressed appear in

Wind-borne Debris Region 130 mph and within 1 mile of the mean high-water line, *See Note 7.

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SECTION 1609 WIND LOADS

Figure 1609.3(1) Risk Category II

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Figure 1609.3(2) Risk Category III

See map notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 in shaded box on page 15.

See map notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5a, 8 in shaded box on page 15.

Figure 1609.3(3) Risk Category IV

Figure 1609.3(4) Risk Category I

See map notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5b, 8 in shaded box on page 15.

See map notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 8 in shaded box on page 15.

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Florida Building Code Notes for Wind Maps 1.

Values are ultimate design 3-second gust wind speeds in miles per hour (m/s) at 33 ft (10 m) above ground for Exposure C category.

2.

Linear interpolation between contours is permitted.

3.

Islands and coastal areas outside the last contour shall use the last wind speed contour of the coastal area.

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Mountainous terrain, gorges, ocean promontories, and special wind regions shall be examined for unusual wind conditions.

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(Risk Category II) Wind speeds correspond to approximately a 7% probability of exceedance in 50 years (Annual Exceedance Probability = 0.00143, MRI = 700 Years).

5a. (Risk Category III) Wind speeds correspond to approximately a 3% probability of exceedance in 50 years (Annual Exceedance Probability = 0.000588, MRI = 1,700 Years).

5b. (Risk Category IV) Wind speeds correspond to approximately a 1.6% probability of exceedance in 50 years

(Annual Exceedance Probability = 0.00033, MRI = 3,000 Years).

5c. (Risk Category I) Wind speeds correspond to approximately a 15% probability of exceedance in 50 years (Annual Exceedance Probability = 0.00333, MRI = 300 Years).

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This map is accurate to the county. Local governments establish specific wind speed/wind-borne debris lines using physical landmarks such as major roads, canals, rivers and shorelines.

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Within 1 mile (1.61 km) of the mean high-water line where an Exposure D condition exists upwind at the waterline and the ultimate design wind speed, Vult, is 130 mph (58 m/s) or greater.

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Location-specific wind speeds shall be permitted to be determined using the ASCE Wind Design Geodatabase.

The ASCE Wind Design Geodatabase can be accessed at the ASCE 7 Hazard Tool (https://asce7hazardtool.online) or equivalent.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING AND RESIDENTIAL CHAPTER 2 – DEFINITIONS WIND-BORNE DEBRIS REGION. Areas within hurricane-prone regions located:

that is located in the wind-borne debris region as defined in the Florida Building Code, Building and that has an insured value of $300,000 or more or, if the building is uninsured or for which documentation of insured value is not presented, has a just valuation for the structure for purposes of ad valorem taxation of 1. Within 1 mile (1.61 km) of the mean high-water line where an Exposure D condition exists upwind $300,000 or more: at the waterline and the ultimate design wind (a) Roof to wall connections shall be improved as speed, Vult, is 130 mph (58 m/s) or greater; or required by Section 706.8.1.

2. In areas where the ultimate design wind speed, (b) Mandated retrofits of the roof-to-wall connecVult, is 140 mph (63.6 m/s) or greater. tion shall not be required beyond a 15 percent increase in the cost of reroofing.

For Risk Category II buildings and other structures and Risk Category III buildings and other structures, Exception: Structures permitted subject to the Florida except health care facilities, the wind-borne debris Building Code are not required to comply with this region shall be based on Figure 1609.3(1). For Risk section.

Category III health care facilities, the wind-borne 706.8.1 Roof-to-wall connections for structures debris region shall be based on Figure 1609.3(2). For with wood roof decks. Where required by Section Risk Category IV buildings and other structures, the 706.8, the intersection of roof framing with the wind-borne debris region shall be based on Figure wall below shall provide sufficient resistance to 1609.3(3).\ meet the uplift loads specified in Table 706.8.1 either because of existing conditions or through How do the Wind-borne Debris Regions retrofit measures. As an alternative to an engiaffect roofing? neered design, the prescriptive retrofit solutions The need to know the wind speeds to attain the provided in Sections 706.8.1.1 through 706.8.1.7 ASCE 7 uplift resistance requirements should be shall be accepted as meeting the mandated roofobvious. Less obvious is that the Existing Building to-wall retrofit requirements.

Code uses wind-borne debris regions as one trigger Exceptions: for when roof-to-wall connections may need to be addressed. Knowing if a reroof project that meets the 1. Where it can be demonstrated (by code adopother mitigation criteria is located in the wind-borne tion date documentation and permit issuance debris region is also clearly important. date) that roof-to-wall connections and/or roof-to-foundation continuous load path re2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, quirements were required at the time of original EXISTING BUILDING construction.

CHAPTER 7 – ALTERATIONS – LEVEL 1, SECTION 706 EXISTING ROOFING 2. Roof-to-wall connections shall not be required Note: Reroofing is an Alteration Level 1 unless evaluation and installation of connections 706.8 When a roof covering on an existing structure at gable ends or all corners can be completed for with a sawn lumber, wood plank or wood structural 15 percent of the cost of roof replacement. panel roof deck is removed and replaced on a building www.floridaroof.com | FLORIDA ROOFING

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The Building Code volume refers to ASCE 7 in many locations but it doesn’t include the drawings showing the cladding (roof covering) pressure zones. The drawings shown on the next page are included in the Residential Code and reflect those contained in the ASCE 7 standard. A major difference is the size of the zones (a). In Residential it is always four feet. In Building it must be calculated based on the building

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2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING CHAPTER 16 – STRUCTURAL DESIGN SECTION 1609 WIND LOADS 1609.1 Applications. Buildings, structures and parts thereof shall be designed to withstand the minimum wind loads prescribed herein. Decreases in wind loads shall not be made for the effect of shielding by other structures. All exterior wall coverings and soffits shall be capable of resisting the design pressures specified for walls for components and cladding loads in accordance with Section 1609.1.1. Manufactured soffits shall be labeled in accordance with Section 1709.10 of this code.

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2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES SECTION 1504 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 1504.1 Wind resistance of roofs.

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ASCE is the acronym for the American Society of Civil Engineers who produce the Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and other Structures (ASCE/SEI 7) and is a reference standard in the code, which makes it part of the code. To help you appreciate how a change in ASCE 7 can impact the code, changing from ASCE 7-16 to ASCE 7-22 affected 125 different code sections. We will look at several of these changes but won’t review all of them here.

height and size. You will notice that we have returned to three different zones (1, 2, 3) in ASCE 7-22 However, the specific locations of the zones have changed significantly and need to be understood. Alternately, you may use the highest pressures in all of the zones.

The actual uplift pressures have not changed drastically between ASCE 7-16 and ASCE 7-22, but they are different.

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What changes were made that address the 25% Rule?

Some changes were made by the legislature in the statute mid-code cycle and were effective immediately. Other changes were made through the normal code modification process.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, RESIDENTIAL, EXISTING BUILDING CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES CHAPTER 9 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES CHAPTER 7 – ALTERATIONS – LEVEL 1 The “25 % Rule” SECTIONS 1511.1.1 and 1521.4 (R908.1.1) (EB706.1.1) Not more than 25 percent of the total roof area or roof section of any existing building or structure shall be repaired, replaced or recovered in any 12-month period unless the roof covering on the entire existing roofing system or roof section is replaced or recovered to conform to the requirements of this code.

Exception: If an existing roofing system or roof section was built, repaired, or replaced in compliance with the requirements of the 2007 Florida Building Code, or any subsequent editions of the Florida Building Code, and 25 percent or more of such roofing system or roof section is being repaired, replaced, or recovered, only the repaired, replaced, or recovered portion is required to be constructed in accordance with the Florida Building Code in effect, as applicable. Pursuant to s.

553.844(5), Florida Statutes, a local government may not adopt by ordinance an administrative or technical amendment to this exception.

What code changes have been made to the underlayment requirements for steep-slope (>2:12) roof systems?

Most of these base code changes are very similar to the HVHZ requirements but, as recommended, those who work in the HVHZ should understand the differences. One major change in the HVHZ is the acceptance of approved self-adhering underlayment installed direct to deck for all steep-slope (>2:12) roof systems. www.floridaroof.com | FLORIDA ROOFING

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2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, RESIDENTIAL AND EXISTING BUILDING CHAPTER 9 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES CHAPTER 7 – ALTERATIONS – LEVEL 1 SECTIONS R908 AND EB706 EXISTING ROOFING R908.7.2 Roof secondary water barrier for existing structures with wood roof decks.

Note: Separate HVHZ region requirements were removed.

When a roof covering is removed and replaced, a secondary water barrier shall be installed in accordance with Section R905.1.1 or Section 1518.2 of the Florida Building Code, Building.

Exceptions: 1.

Roof slopes < 2:12 having a continuous roof system shall be deemed to comply with Section R908.7.2 requirements for a secondary water barrier.

2. Clay and concrete tile roof systems installed as required by the Florida Building Code, Residential are deemed to comply with the requirements of Section R908.7.2 for Secondary Water Barriers.

706.7.2 Roof secondary water barrier for existing structures with wood roof decks.

Note: Separate HVHZ region requirements were removed.

When a roof covering is removed and replaced, a secondary water barrier shall be installed in accordance with Section 1507.1.1 or 1518.2 of the Florida Building Code, Building or Section R905.1.1 of the Florida Building Code, Residential.

Exceptions: 1.

Roof slopes < 2:12 having a continuous roof system shall be deemed to comply with Section 706.7.2 requirements for a secondary water barrier.

2. Clay and concrete tile roof systems installed as required by the Florida Building Code are deemed to comply with the requirements of Section 706.7.2 for Secondary Water Barriers.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING AND RESIDENTIAL CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES CHAPTER 9 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES SECTIONS 1507 AND R905 REQUIREMENTS FOR ROOF COVERINGS 1507.1.1 (R905.1.1) Underlayment. Underlayment for roof slopes 2:12 and greater shall conform to the applicable standards listed in this chapter.

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roof slopes 2:12 and greater shall be applied and attached in accordance with Section 1507.1.1.1, (R905.1.1.1) or 1507.1.1.2 (R905.1.1.2) as applicable.

Exceptions: 1.

For areas of a roof that cover exterior walkways and roofs of agricultural buildings, underlayment shall comply with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

2. Compliance with Section 1507.1.1.1 is not required for structural metal panels that do not require a substrate or underlayment.

1507.1.1.1 (R905.1.1.1) Underlayment for asphalt shingles, metal roof panels or shingles, mineral surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shakes, wood shingles.

Underlayment for asphalt shingles, metal roof panels or shingles, mineral surfaced roll roofing, slate and slate-type shingles, wood shakes, wood shingles shall comply with one of the following methods: 1.

The entire roof deck shall be covered with an approved self-adhering polymer modified bitumen underlayment complying with ASTM D1970 installed in accordance with both the underlayment manufacturer’s and roof covering manufacturer’s installation instructions for the deck material, roof ventilation configuration and climate exposure for the roof covering to be installed.

Exceptions: 1.

This method is not permitted for wood shingles or shakes.

2. An existing self-adhering modified bitumen underlayment that has been previously installed over the roof decking and, where it is required, renailing of the roof sheathing in accordance with Section 706.7.1 of the Florida Building Code, Existing Building can be confirmed or verified. An approved underlayment in accordance with Table 1507.1.1.1 for the applicable roof covering shall be applied over the entire roof over the existing self-adhered modified bitumen underlayment.

2. A minimum 3-3/4-inch-wide (96 mm) strip of self-adhering polymer-modified bitumen membrane complying with ASTM D1970 or self-adhering flexible flashing tape complying with AAMA 711, Level 3 [for exposure up to 176°F (80°C)], installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for the deck material, shall be applied over all joints in the roof decking. An approved underlayment in accordance with Table 1507.1.1.1 for the applicable roof covering shall be applied over the entire roof over the membrane strips.

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Asphalt Shingles, Metal Roof Panels, Photovoltaic Shingles

ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or IV ASTM D6757 ASTM D8257

Metal Roof Shingles, MineralSurface Roll Roofing, Slate and Slate-type Shingles, Wood Shakes, Wood Shingles

ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or IV ASTM D8257

Wood Shingles, Wood Shakes

ASTM D226 Type II ASTM D4869 Type III or IV

Roof Slope 2:12 and Less Than 4:12

Roof Slope 4:12 and Greater

Underlayment shall be applied shingle fashion, parallel to and starting from the eave and lapped 4 inches; end laps shall be 6 inches and shall be offset by 6 feet. Underlayment shall be attached to a nailable deck with corrosion-resistant fasteners with a maximum fastener spacing measured horizontally and vertically of 12 inches o.c. between side laps and one row at the end and side laps fastened 6 inches o.c. Underlayment shall be attached using annular ring or deformed shank nails with metal or plastic caps Apply in accorwith a nominal cap diameter of not less than 1 inch. dance with Section Metal caps are required where the ultimate design 1507.1.1.1, Item 3. wind speed, Vult, equals or exceeds 170 mph. Metal caps shall have a thickness of not less than 32-gage sheet metal. Power-driven metal caps shall have a minimum thickness of 0.010 inch. The minimum thickness of the outside edge of plastic caps shall be 0.035 inch. The cap nail shank shall be not less than 0.083 inch for ring shank cap nails. The cap nail shank shall have a length sufficient to penetrate through the roof sheathing or not less than 3/4 inch into the roof sheathing.

For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 304.8 mm, 1 mile per hour = 0.447 m/s 3. Two layers of ASTM D226 Type II or ASTM D4869 Type III, Type IV, or ASTM D8257 underlayment shall be installed as follows: Apply a strip of underlayment for the first course that is half the width of a full sheet parallel to and starting at the eaves, fastened sufficiently to hold in place. Starting at the eave, apply a full sheet of reinforced underlayment, for the second course.

Apply the third course of underlayment overlapping the second course successive sheets half the width of a full sheet plus 2 inches. Overlap all successive courses half the width of a full sheet plus 1 inch. End laps shall be 6 inches (152 mm) and shall be offset by 6 feet (1829 mm).

Underlayment shall be attached to a nailable deck with corrosion-resistant fasteners with a maximum fastener spacing measured horizontally and vertically of 12 inches (305 mm) o.c. between side laps, and one row at the end

and side laps fastened 6 inches (152 mm) o.c.

Underlayment shall be attached using annular ring or deformed shank nails with metal or plastic caps with a nominal cap diameter of not less than 1 inch (25.4 mm). Metal caps are required where the ultimate design wind speed, Vult, equals or exceeds 170 mph. Metal caps shall have a thickness of not less than 32-gage sheet metal.

The minimum thickness of the outside edge of plastic caps shall be 0.035 inch (0.889 mm). The cap nail shank shall be not less than 0.083 inch (2.1082 mm) for ring shank cap nails. The cap nail shank shall have a length sufficient to penetrate through the roof sheathing or not less than 3/4 inch (19.05 mm) into the roof sheathing.

Exception: 1.

Use of ASTM D8257 underlayment is not permitted for wood shingles or shakes.

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Method 3 Examples

Fasteners: 6” o.c. at laps and one row at 12” o.c. between laps

Method 3 with 36” wide rolls Note: Exposures shown within the red circles. First exposure is two inches less than the width of a half strip of underlayment. All successive courses will have a one inch exposure. The method 3 description will work with any width and any type of approved underlayment.

Fasteners: 6” o.c. at laps and two rows at 12” o.c. between laps

Method 3 with 60” wide rolls Note: Exposures shown within the red circles. First exposure is two inches less than the width of a half strip of underlayment. All successive courses will have a one inch exposure. An additional row of fasteners are required between the laps on wider rolls to maintain maximum spacing between rows of 12” o.c.

R905.2.4.1 Installation of asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles shall be installed in accordance with Sections R905.2.6 and R905.2.6.1.

1507.2 Asphalt shingles. The installation of asphalt shingles shall comply with the provisions of this section, or RAS 115.

1507.2.1 Deck requirements. Asphalt shingles shall be fastened to solidly sheathed decks.

1507.2.2 Slope. Asphalt shingles shall only be used on roof slopes of two units vertical in 12 units horizontal (17- percent slope) or greater.

Fasteners: 6” o.c. at laps and one row at 12” o.c. between laps

Method 3 with 48” wide rolls Note: Exposures shown within the red circles. First exposure is two inches less than the width of a half strip of underlayment. All successive courses will have a one inch exposure.

The following sections are from the installation of asphalt shingle descriptions but apply as much to the underlayment as they do to the installation of the actual shingles or flashing. There are significant changes to how the underlayment and the drip edge interface.

Please review these sections and the diagram thoroughly if you install asphalt shingles.

1507.2.3 Underlayment. Underlayment shall comply and be installed in accordance with Section 1507.1.1.

1507.2.9.3 (R905.2.8.5) Drip edge. Provide drip edge at eaves and gables of shingle roofs. Overlap is to be a minimum of 3 inches (76 mm). Eave drip edges shall extend 1/2 inch (13 mm) below sheathing and extend back on the roof a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm). Drip edge at gables shall be installed over the underlayment. Drip edge at eaves be permitted to be installed either over or under the underlayment. If installed over the underlayment. Self-adhering, ASTM D1970 underlayment may be installed over a primed drip edge flange (see figure on page 22).

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Figure 1507.2.9.3 (R905.2.8.5) Drip Edge Primed drip edge should be installed over the nailed underlayment and under the top sheet of a two-ply or three-ply underlayment with a self-adhering underlayment top sheet (not shown).

Primed drip edge may be installed under self-adhering underlayment applied direct to deck (SAU-DD) at eaves and rakes.

Drip edge to be installed over all nailed underlayments at eaves and rakes.

There shall be a minimum 4 inches (51 mm) width of roof cement installed over the drip edge flange or the self-adhering underlayment. Drip edge shall be mechanically fastened a maximum of 12 inches (305 mm) on center. Where the Vasd as determined in accordance with Section 1609.3.1, is 110 mph (177 km/h) or greater or the mean roof height exceeds 33 feet (10,058 mm), drip edges shall be mechanically fastened a maximum of 4 inches (102 mm) on center (see below).

What code changes have been made that apply specifically to tile underlayment?

Most of the changes to tile underlayment installations outside the HVHZ are covered in the FRSA-TRI Florida High Wind Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual, Seventh Edition. The major change in the underlayment section is due to the industries’ desire to have all tile underlayments tested for resistance to wind uplift as described in section 1504.2.1.4 Underlayment testing (see next page). This approach is in compliance with ASCE 7 and has eliminated the prescriptive two-ply hot mop option with the enhanced nailing per the old Table 1 in the Sixth Edition of the tile manual. This type of system may still be used but only with the proper testing as reflected in a current product approval. Again, some sections are not in numerical order to emphasize the underlayment changes. In the HVHZ, it appears a similar testing approach with self-adhering (peel and stick) underlayments will also be used. However, there is one major difference: two-ply hot mop systems will be allowed using prescriptive methods that do not include 22

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the enhanced fastening patterns in the manual. This circumvents the underlayment testing that is now required for all tile underlayment throughout Florida.

As mentioned earlier, one major change in the HVHZ is the acceptance of approved self-adhering underlayment installed direct to deck for all steep-slope (2:12) roof systems.

1507.1.1.2 Underlayment for concrete and clay tile.

Underlayment for concrete and clay tile shall comply with Section 1507.3.3 (R905.3.3) 1507.3 (R905.3) Clay and concrete tile.

1507.3.3 Underlayment (compare to R905.3.3).

Unless otherwise noted, underlayment shall be applied according to the underlayment manufacturer’s installation instructions or the recommendations of the FRSA-TRI Florida High Wind Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual, Seventh Edition where the basic wind speed, Vasd, is determined in accordance with Section 1609.3.1 (R301.2.1.3) or the recommendations of RAS 118, 119 or 120.

Exception: Where an existing self-adhering modified bitumen underlayment that has been previously installed over the roof decking and, where it is required, renailing of the roof sheathing in accordance with Section 706.7.1 of the Florida Building Code, Existing Building can be confirmed or verified. An approved underlayment in accordance with a twoply system as described in the FRSA-TRI Florida High Wind Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual, Seventh Edition shall be applied over the entire roof over the existing self-adhered modified bitumen underlayment.

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1507.3.3.1 Slope and underlayment requirements (compare to R905.3.3.1). Refer to FRSA-TRI Florida High Wind Concrete and Clay Roof Tile Installation Manual, Seventh Edition where the basic wind speed Vasd is determined in accordance with Section 1609.3.1 (R301.2.1.3) for underlayment and slope requirements for specific roof tile systems. or the recommendations of RAS 111, 118, 119 or 120.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES SECTION 1504 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 1504.2.1 Testing. Testing of concrete and clay tile roof coverings shall be in accordance with Sections 1504.2.1.1, 1504.2.1.2, and 1504.2.1.3.

Testing of underlayment or underlayment assembly for clay and concrete tile roof coverings shall be in accordance with Section 1504.2.1.4.

1504.2.1.1. Overturning resistance. Concrete and clay roof tiles shall be tested to determine their resistance to overturning due to wind in accordance with SBCCI SSTD 11 and Chapter 15.

1504.2.1.2 Wind tunnel testing. Where concrete and clay roof tiles do not satisfy the limitations in Chapter 16 for rigid tile, a wind tunnel test shall be used to determine the wind characteristics of the concrete or clay tile roof covering in accordance with Chapter 15 and either SBCCI SSTD 11 or ASTM C1569.

1504.2.1.4 Air permeability testing. The lift coefficient for concrete and clay tile shall be 0.2 or shall be determined in accordance with SBCCI SSTD 11 or ASTM C1570.

1504.2.1.4 Underlayment testing. Adhered or mechanically attached tile underlayment or underlayment assemblies shall be tested in accordance with FM 4474 or UL 1897.

What changes other than underlayment have been made in the asphalt shingle sections?

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING AND RESIDENTIAL CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES CHAPTER 9 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES SECTIONS 1507 AND R905 REQUIREMENTS FOR ROOF COVERINGS 1507.2.2 (R905.2.2) Slope. Asphalt shingles shall only be used on roof slopes of two units vertical in 12 units horizontal (17 percent slope) or greater.

1507.2.4 RESERVED. R905.2.4.1 Installation of asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles shall be installed in accordance with Sections R905.2.6 and R905.2.6.1.

1507.2.5 Asphalt shingles. Asphalt shingles shall have self-seal strips or be interlocking and comply with ASTM D3462.

1507.2.7 Attachment. Asphalt shingles shall have the minimum number of fasteners required by the manufacturer and Section 1504.1. Asphalt shingles shall be secured to the roof with not less than four fasteners per strip shingle or two fasteners per individual shingle. Where the roof slope exceeds 21 units vertical in 12 units horizontal (21:12), asphalt shingles shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s printed installation instructions for steep-slope roof applications.

1507.2.7.1 Wind resistance of asphalt shingles.

Asphalt shingles shall be tested and classified in accordance with ASTM D3161, ASTM D7158 or TAS 107 and shall meet the required classification in accordance with Table 1507.2.7.1 to resist the applicable wind speed per Figure 1609.3(1), 1609.3(2), 1609.3(3), or 1609.3(4) based on the Risk Category. Asphalt shingle wrappers shall be labeled to indicate compliance with one of the required classifications, as shown in Table 1507.2.7.1. (R905.2.4.1) (see below).

1507.2.9 Flashings. Flashing for asphalt shingles shall comply with this section or RAS 111. Flashing shall be

TABLE 1507.2.7.1 CLASSIFICATION OF ASPHALT SHINGLES

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MAXIMUM BASIC WIND SPEED FROM FIGURE 1609.3(1), 1609.3.(2), 1609.3(3), 1609.3(4) or ASCE 7

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applied in accordance with this section, the asphalt shingle manufacturer’s printed instructions or RAS 111.

R905.2.8 Flashings. Flashing for asphalt shingles shall comply with this section or RAS 111.

Are there new code sections on solar reflectance and emittance of low-slope roof coverings? Are they limited to Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties?

1507.2.9.2 Valleys (compare to R905.2.8.2). Valley linings shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions before applying shingles. Valley linings of the following types shall be permitted:

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, ENERGY CONSERVATION CHAPTER 3 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION C303 MATERIALS, SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT C303.1.5 Roof solar reflectance and thermal emittance. Low-sloped roofs directly above cooled conditioned spaces in Climate Zones 1a shall comply with one or more of the options in Table C402.3.

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For open valleys (valley lining exposed) lined with metal, the valley lining shall be at least 16 inches (406 mm) wide and of any of the corrosionresistant metals in Table 1503.2.

2. For open valleys, valley lining of two plies of mineral-surfaced roll roofing complying with ASTM D3909, or ASTM D6380 Class M shall be permitted. The bottom layer shall be 18 inches (457 mm) and the top layer a minimum of 36 inches (914 mm) wide.

3. For closed valleys (valleys covered with shingles), valley lining of one ply of smooth roll roofing complying with ASTM D6380 Class S, and at least 36 inches (914 mm) wide or types as described in Item 1 or 2 above shall be permitted. Self-adhering polymer modified bitumen underlayment complying with ASTM D1970 and not less than 36 inches (914 mm) wide shall be permitted in lieu of the lining material.

1507.2.9.3 (R905.2.8.5) Drip edge. Provide drip edge at eaves and gables of shingle roofs. Overlap is to be a minimum of 3 inches (76 mm). Eave drip edges shall extend 1/2 inch (13 mm) below sheathing and extend back on the roof a minimum of 2 inches (51 mm). Drip edge at gables shall be installed over the underlayment. Drip edge at eaves be permitted to be installed either over or under the underlayment. If installed over the underlayment. Self-adhering, ASTM D1970 underlayment may be installed over a primed drip edge flange. There shall be a minimum 4 inches (51 mm) width of roof cement installed over the drip edge flange or the self-adhering underlayment. Drip edge shall be mechanically fastened a maximum of 12 inches (305 mm) on center. Where the Vasd as determined in accordance with Section 1609.3.1, is 110 mph (177 km/h) or greater or the mean roof height exceeds 33 feet (10,058 mm), drip edges shall be mechanically fastened a maximum of 4 inches (102 mm) on center.

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Climate Zone 1A A type of climate defined in the ASHRAE 169-2006 standard consisting of Climate Zone Number 1 and Climate Zone Subtype A. Climate Zone 1A is defined as Very Hot – Humid with IP Units 9000 < CDD50ºF and SI Units 5000 < CDD10ºC. ANSI/CRRC-S100 - 20162020 Standard Test Methods for Determining Radiative Properties of Materials The following places are categorized as class 1A climate zones: ■ Broward County, Florida: Energy Resources ■ Hawaii County, Hawaii: Energy Resources ■ Honolulu County, Hawaii: Energy Resources ■ Kalawao County, Hawaii: Energy Resources ■ Kauai County, Hawaii: Energy Resources ■ Maui County, Hawaii: Energy Resources ■ Miami-Dade County, Florida: Energy Resources ■ Monroe County, Florida: Energy Resources Miami is the representative city for Climate Zone 1A used in the DOE Commercial Reference.

CHAPTER 4 – COMMERCIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY SECTION C402 BUILDING ENVELOPE REQUIREMENTS C402.3 Roof solar reflectance and thermal emittance.

Low-sloped roofs directly above cooled conditioned spaces in Climate Zones 1, 2 and 3 shall comply with one or more of the options in Table C402.3.

Exceptions: The following roofs and portions of roofs are exempt from the requirements of Table C402.3: 1. Portions of the roof that include or are covered by the following: 1.1. Photovoltaic systems or components.

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1.6. HVAC systems and components, and other opaque objects mounted above the roof.

2. Portions of the roof shaded during the peak sun angle on the summer solstice by permanent features of the building or by permanent features of adjacent buildings.

3. Portions of roofs that are ballasted with a minimum stone ballast of 17 pounds per square foot [74 kg/ m2] or 23 psf [117 kg/m2] pavers.

4. Roofs where not less than 75 percent of the roof area complies with one or more of the exceptions to this section.

TABLE C402.3 MINIMUM ROOF REFLECTANCE AND EMITTANCE OPTIONS a Three-year aged solar reflectanceb of 0.55 (0.63 for Climate Zone 1A) and 3-year aged thermal Emittancec of 0.75

1504.5 Edge securement systems for low-slope roofs. Low-slope Metal edge systems, except gutters and counterflashing, installed on built-up, modified bitumen and single-ply roof systems having a slope less than 2:12, shall be designed and installed for wind loads in accordance with Chapter 16 and tested for resistance in accordance with Test Methods RE-1, RE-2 and RE-3 of ANSI/SPRI ES-1, or RAS 111 except Vult wind speed shall be determined from Figure 1609.3(1), 1609.3(2), 1609.3(3) or 1609.3(4) as applicable.

1504.5.1 Gutter securement for low-slope roofs.

Gutters that are used to secure the perimeter edge of the roof membrane on low-slope (less than 2:12 slope) built-up, modified bitumen, and single ply roofs, shall be designed, constructed and installed to resist wind loads in accordance with Section 1609 and shall be tested in accordance with Test Methods G-1 and G-2 of SPRI GT-1.

Three-year-aged solar reflectance indexd of 64 (75 for Zone 1A) TABLE C402.3 Notes a. The use of area-weighted averages to comply with these requirements shall be permitted. Materials lacking 3-year-aged tested values for either solar reflectance or thermal emittance shall be assigned both a 3-year-aged solar reflectance in accordance with Section C402.3.1 and a 3-year-aged thermal emittance of 0.90. b. Aged solar reflectance tested in accordance with ASTM C1549, ASTM E903 or ASTM E1918 or CRRC-1 Standard. c. Aged thermal emittance tested in accordance with ASTM C1371 or ASTM E408 or CRRC-1 Standard. d. Solar reflectance index (SRI) shall be determined in accordance with ASTM E1980 using a convection coefficient of 2.1 Btu/h · ft2 ·°F (12W/m2 · K).

Calculation of aged SRI shall be based on aged tested values of solar reflectance and thermal emittance.

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Example of a gutter used to secure the perimeter edge of the roof membrane.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES SECTION 1507 REQUIREMENTS FOR ROOF COVERINGS 1507.12 Thermoset single-ply Single-ply roofing.

The installation of thermoset single-ply roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section.

Other than the previously covered wind, existing building and solar reflectance and emittance provisions what other changes were made that impact primarily low-slope roof systems?

1507.12.1 Slope. Thermoset single-ply Single-ply membrane roofs shall have a design slope of not less than one-fourth unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2-percent slope) for drainage.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION, BUILDING CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES SECTION 1504 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 1504.4 Ballasted low-slope single-ply roof systems.

Ballasted low-slope (roof slope < 2:12) single-ply roof system coverings installed in accordance with Sections 1507.12 and 1507.13 shall be designed in accordance with ANSI/SPRI RP-4.

1507.15 Liquid-applied roofing. The installation of liquid-applied roofing shall comply with the provisions of this section.

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1507.12.2 Material standards. Thermoset single-ply Single-ply roof coverings shall comply with ASTM D4637 or ASTM D5019 the material standards in Table 1507.12.2 (see next page).

1507.15.1 Slope. Liquid-applied roofing shall have a design slope of not less than one-fourth unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (2 percent slope).

TABLE 1507.12.2 – SINGLE-PLY ROOFING MATERIAL STANDARDS MATERIAL Chlorosulfanted polyethylene (CSPE) or polyisobutylene (PIB) Ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) Ketone Ethylene Ester (KEE) Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or (PVC/KEE) Thermoplastic polyolfin (TPO) 1507.15.2 Material standards. Liquid-applied roofing shall comply with ASTM C836, ASTM C957, ASTM D1227 or ASTM D3468 1507.15.3 Application. Liquid-applied roofing shall be installed in accordance with the approved manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1507.15.4 Flashings. Flashing shall be applied in accordance with 1507.15 and the liquid-applied roofing manufacturer’s installation instructions.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION RESIDENTIAL AND BUILDING CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES CHAPTER 9 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES SECTIONS 1508 AND R906 ROOF INSULATION 1508.1 General. The use of above-deck thermal insulation shall be permitted provided that such insulation is covered with an approved roof covering and passes the tests of NFPA 276 or UL 1256 when tested as an assembly.

Exceptions: 1.

Foam plastic roof insulation shall conform to the material and installation requirements of Chapter 26.

MATERIAL STANDARD ASTM D5019 ASTM D4637 ASTM D6754 ASTM D4434 ASTM D6878

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES SECTION 1509 ROOF COATINGS 1509.1 General. The installation of a roof coating on a roof covering shall comply with the requirements of Section 1505 and this section.

1509.2 Material standards. Roof coating materials shall comply with the standards in Table 1509.2.

TABLE 1509.2 ROOF COATING MATERIAL STANDARDS MATERIAL Acrylic coating Asphaltic emulsion coating Asphalt coating Asphalt roof coating

STANDARD ASTM D6083 ASTM D1227 ASTM D2823 ASTM D4479

Aluminum-pigmented asphalt coating

ASTM D2824

Silicone coating

ASTM D6694

Moisture-cured polyurethane coating

ASTM D6947

2. Where a concrete or composite metal and concrete roof deck is used, and the abovedeck thermal insulation is covered with an approved roof covering.

SECTION R906 ROOF INSULATION R906.1 General. Where abovedeck thermal insulation is installed, such insulation shall be covered with an approved roof covering and shall comply with NFPA 276 or UL 1256.

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Are there other changes that address all roof system types?

Yes. One such change deals with concealed lines, pipes, conduit and cables. Another major change is the requirements for mandatory structural inspections for consistency with SB 4D (Surfside collapse, pictured right).

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION CHAPTER 15 – ROOF ASSEMBLIES AND ROOFTOP STRUCTURES SECTION 1510 ROOFTOP STRUCTURES 1510.11 Cable- and raceway-type wiring methods.

Cable- and raceway-type wiring methods installed on rooftops and not encased in structural concrete shall be supported above the roof system and covering. Cable- and raceway-type wiring methods installed in locations under metal-corrugated sheet roof decking shall be supported so there is not less than 38 mm (1-1/2 in.) measured from the lowest surface of the roof decking to the top of the cable or raceway. A cable or raceway shall not be installed in concealed locations in metal-corrugated sheet decking–type roof.

1510.12 Lines, pipes, conduit and cables under roof decks. Lines, pipes, conduit and cables installed below the roof deck shall have a minimum clearance of 1-1/2” from the lowest surface of the roof deck except where they penetrate the roof deck.

Exclusion: Lines, pipes, conduit and cables installed under structural concrete decks.

2023 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE EIGHTH EDITION CHAPTER 1 – SCOPE AND ADMINISTRATION SECTION 110 INSPECTIONS 110.9 Mandatory structural inspections for condominium and cooperative buildings.

Note: Code language for consistency with SB 4D is not shown here. These provisions have been updated during the 2023 legislative session. See F.S. 553.899 for current language. Further changes are forthcoming. The requirements will be extensive and far reaching. Stay tuned for more information.

Hopefully, this review will help you understand most of the significant roofing-related changes in the 2023 FBC Eighth Edition. It is a complex subject that requires continued review to fully understand the requirements. Please attend the upcoming FRSA seminars and follow this column to keep yourself up to date. I have often heard this statement: “I don’t worry about the building code, I do more than it requires.” If you don’t know what’s in it and what has changed, how do you know that?

FRM 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 50 years of industry knowledge and experience to FRSA’s team.

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New Building Code for 2024 Riku Ylipelkonen, Owner, Standard Building Advisors and FRSA Technical Advisor The new year is bringing more changes as a result of the Florida Building Code Eighth Edition going into effect. It also brings new challenges and opportunities for everyone in the roofing industry. Roofers will be challenged with new code requirements, new product approvals and an opportunity to set themselves apart from the crowd. The technical side of the roofing industry is ignored by some, while others have invested time and expense into learning the technical process to get a genuine leg-up on the competition. This statement is true not just for roofers, but also for product manufacturers and industry service providers. Here are some things to consider if you are looking to expand your technical knowledge.

Being a roofing contractor is a full-time job. Extra time is not something any of us have. There are changes happening regarding permitting; some areas are more severe depending on your home jurisdiction.

Steep-slope underlayment requirements have also changed. You will need up-to-date product approvals in compliance with the Eighth Edition of the FBC. You may need design pressures included for tile underlayment systems, fire ratings for certain assemblies in Miami-Dade jurisdictions and an updated and compliant underlayment system with sealed sheathing

seams, different layers or different nailing patterns. If you have a standard underlayment system you sell and install regularly, you will want to talk with your product representatives to get new product approvals and testing to make sure your system will work with the new code. A proactive conversation with your local building officials would also benefit your operations to have the new permit requirements ironed out and prepared for smooth permit application approvals and inspections.

Another by-product of changing codes is new products and new applications for existing products.

Technical specifications for products are one thing, but a discussion with your product representatives may yield a new standard system design for your company that brings more value to the homeowner through insurance discounts. You may be able to find new applications for existing products that reduce your inventory needs or new products that will save you labor time and speed up production schedules. If nothing else, encountering to a product representative who doesn’t know what has changed or how the code has impacted their product line should be a huge red flag.

Like contractors, product manufacturers have an equal opportunity to get ahead of the competition.

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new testing expenses and an opportunity to use existing products in new ways. A sales representative’s favorite question to get and answer is, “What’s new?” Finding niches in the code is a fruitful endeavor.

Knowing the fire requirements on products will set your product apart. Maybe there is a new way to use an established product? There will be a lot of sheathing joints that need to be sealed. Maybe there is a new technology you have that can bring higher design pressures to tile underlayment? Roofing contractors will be looking for ways to better their business and production. Distribution will be looking for new products to solve problems and bring value to their customers.

Product suppliers and representatives will also have an opportunity to shine. Getting new products to market is a necessary part of the process. Developing new products that solve problems with permitting, system design or that introduce cost savings are always important. Having materials in stock for roofers that get red-tagged and need to find a solution quickly will be rewarded with consumer loyalty. Anticipating what your customers will experience will help you get ahead.

Talking to permitting departments, building officials, inspectors, industry associations and customers will get you the information on where demand is going.

Transitioning into the proper inventory at proper levels will prevent you from sitting on inventory that just doesn’t sell any more. It’s a game of hot potato!

The new code is causing a change in the industry.

We will all work together to get over the bumps and smooth the road going into 2024 and beyond. Getting involved within your local affiliate and with FRSA helps speed up the process. Many members of FRSA committees are ramping up activities to participate and represent the interests of the roofing industry in the revision cycles of product testing and approval standards, new code revision cycles, reference document revisions and more. If you have roofing issues with products, code requirements or specifications, now is a good time to do something about them. Reach out to the technical community now. As Nelson Jackson said, “You can’t expect to meet the challenges of today with yesterday’s tools and expect to be in business tomorrow.”

FRM Riku Ylipelkonen, Owner, Standard Building Advisors has been in the roofing industry for 15 years working for Polyfoam Products. When Polyfoam Products was acquired by 3M and the name changed to ICP Building Solutions Group. Riku worked at ICP as Technical Services Manager until March of 2023, when he left to begin his own company. Riku is an engineer and is working as a consultant with FRSA. He is a member on FRSA’s Codes Committee, Codes Subcommittee, Tile Committee and on the FRSA-TRI Manual Rewrite Committee. Riku is also a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE).

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Adapting to Change Mitch Levin & Lee Rust, CEOs, Corporate Finance Solutions When I was a kid (a long time ago), the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, also known as A&P, was by far the largest grocery chain in the United States. I also recall when Xerox dominated the office copier market, IBM overtook Apple in the personal computer market (yes, it did, until it didn’t any longer) and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s antitrust division discussed breaking up General Motors into smaller competing companies due to its dominant market share in auto sales. General Electric was the longest standing company in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. What happened to these previous market leaders?

They refused or were unable to adapt to a constantly changing market. Grocery stores with a smaller footprint than A&P added deli counters, lowered prices, updated store layouts and expanded product offerings. As Xerox’s patents expired, foreign manufacturers developed less expensive copiers that were better, faster and more advanced than Xerox’s.

In a similar fashion, IBM ceded its personal computer leadership and then sold its entire PC business to a Chinese competitor. General Motors was unable to match the Japanese manufacturers’ automotive quality or use of robots and other advanced techniques on their production lines in a timely manner. GE suffered decades of bad leadership.

In each of these cases, the company executives were too emotionally invested in their product lines, production methods, people, suppliers, customers or business practices. Do something, even if it’s wrong because taking action matters. Version One is better than Version None. The message is simple: If you don’t make at least one mistake, you aren’t doing enough.

I’ve seen far too many businesses struggle and even fail due to a simple inability to change. The treatment is simple: avoid becoming overly attached to any aspect of your business. Inquire about everything, especially things that reflect how “we’ve always done it.”

Having to fire or demote a low-performing employee is one of the most difficult, yet necessary tasks a manager faces. When faced with that task, it’s far easier to give the person another chance than it is to tell them they must find another job or accept a lower position. Is that decision to postpone the termination of the employee, however, the right one? “You can’t fire or demote John because he’s been with us for twenty years,” someone might say in response to that question. You can and, in many cases, should do so.

As soon as you recognize it, you must. The length of service does not always imply optimal performance.

Furthermore, keeping under-performing employees

could put the jobs of many more people at your company in jeopardy.

Performance and productivity are more closely linked to the ability to change, adapt, question and act than the number of years a person has worked for a company. Those qualities have nothing to do with age; a younger employee may find it much more difficult to change his or her work patterns than someone much older who has seen and experienced more changes in their career.

Lee Rust’s father was a minority shareholder in two brick manufacturing companies many years ago.

One company used beehive kilns to cure the bricks, which is similar to the ancient Egyptians’ original curing methods. The other had upgraded to a modern continuous tunnel kiln system. The beehive kiln plant owners talked for years about investing in a tunnel kiln but they could never justify the cost to themselves.

Long ago, that old beehive plant was shut down and liquidated. The tunnel kiln plant is still in use and it has been modernized and virtually rebuilt several times since then.

It’s possible that the way you’ve always done it isn’t the best way to do it today. If you’re having trouble competing with lower-cost goods from overseas suppliers, shut down your manufacturing operations, buy from overseas suppliers and turn your business into a sales and marketing operation. Isn’t it better to have all of those manufacturing jobs shipped overseas than to have all of your employees lose their jobs in bankruptcy?

During the 1950s, Howard Johnson’s had a chance to compete with McDonald’s in the convenience food market. It didn’t work out. They had the potential to become the Cracker Barrel of the highways in the 1980s. McDonald’s offered food that was both cheaper and faster than Howard Johnson’s. Cracker Barrel became the first to combine down-home cooking with a country store concept. Meanwhile, Howard Johnson’s allowed its restaurants to deteriorate to the point that the slogan “Where the ice cream comes in 28 flavors and the food comes in one” was coined.

A good manager examines every aspect of his or her company on a regular basis, comparing its operations to changing market tastes, procedures, price points and any other function that may need to be modified, updated or eliminated. The best managers try to predict market and other changes that might have an impact on their business, then change their operations before the effects become apparent.

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Workplace and Jobsite Housekeeping FRSA Self Insurers Fund We all know that a sure way to keep your workplace safe and organized is through a good housekeeping policy. Housekeeping refers to routine cleaning and organizing of the workplace. As housekeeping is an ongoing safety practice, orderly and clean conditions in the workplace should be maintained on a consistent basis, not restored after work conditions have slipped.

OSHA’s General Duty Clause states that employers are responsible for ensuring the work environment is safe for all employees. Keeping the workplace clean and free of clutter and debris is one of those responsibilities.

Every company must create its own housekeeping policy – a task that should not be taken lightly. Keeping things organized is a simple and effective way to reduce accidents like slips, trips and falls and it encourages good employee behavior. It also shows that safety is a priority for the employees as well as your company.

Keep the following in mind to maintain good housekeeping best practices: ■ Properly store tools after use. Tools left lying around haphazardly present an accident risk.

Putting tools back in their place reduces this risk.

■ Clean tools as soon as you’re finished using them and only use cleaners and solvents that have been approved by the tools manufacturer.

■ Replace damaged tools or equipment.

Good housekeeping can also increase productivity – employees know where things are and will not waste time looking for tools or materials. Dirt and clutter can increase the possibility of injury to employees and could cause damage to tools and products.

■ Clean up spills, broken glass or other messes as soon as they happen.

■ Be sure to use appropriate signage cones and other safety blockades if needed.

■ Stack and store materials safely.

■ Check work areas regularly throughout the day and clean up as you go.

also improves safety by reducing visual distractions and removing objects that could potentially obscure hazards, making them easier to spot hazards in the work environment.

Scheduling Housekeeping Tasks

One common mistake employers make is scheduling all housekeeping tasks for the end of the shift. They’ll mark off 10 or 15 minutes to tidy and push around some brooms before everyone punches out.

That sounds like a good way to wind down the workday, but it also means workers have spent hours surrounded by clutter, debris, spills and the risks that come with them.

Keep your workers safe throughout the shift by encouraging them to perform housekeeping tasks throughout the workday. Some tasks should be handled as soon as there is a need for them, like wiping up anything that is spilled on a walking surface. Others can be scheduled at regular intervals, like sweeping the workspace every two hours.

Management should also schedule inspections to make sure housekeeping policies are followed and are adequate. If workers are following the plan but the workspace is still cluttered or disorganized, your safety team should modify the plan to rectify this.

Studies show that clean and tidy spaces are better for mental health and promote motivation. Proper organization may even free up space for additional storage and a clean and orderly workplace increases pride in the workplace. It also gives visitors or customers a good impression of your workplace.

Good housekeeping will help to prevent accidents and injuries and should become a habit used by employees and management.

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■ Designate an area for trash and waste.

■ Keep access routes clean and debris-free.

■ Clear cables and cords from walking paths.

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OSHA Visits Your Jobsite – Now What?

Kevin Lindley, Safety Consultant, FRSA Self Insurer’s Fund The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has just arrived at one of your jobsites. Visits from OSHA are rarely a “congratulations for doing a great job.” Instead, they are a reality check for your safety culture and on what’s being put into practice in the field. You may think: Why are they here? What did my guys do? How much is this going to cost?

Hopefully, OSHA isn’t at your site right now, so you have the time to prepare for when the unexpected visit does occur.

OSHA expects a company to provide their employees with a safe workplace, free from serious recognized hazards and compliant with standards, rules and regulations issued under the OSH Act. They visit project sites when they are either notified or drive by and make an observation that a safe workplace is not provided and safety standards, rules and regulations are not being followed. Once an OSHA Field Safety Compliance Officer has arrived onsite, he will present his credentials (badge), introduce himself or herself and explain the reason for the visit. This is known as the “opening conference.” A site leader or foreman should take a look around and make safety observations immediately. He or she should then attempt to call their supervisor, safety manager or owner of the company.

Should the Compliance Officer take any photographs, your employee or management onsite should take the same photo, at the same angle immediately following. OSHA does not share their photographs following an investigation. The officer may wish to speak to individual employees on the jobsite about their knowledge and training to get a better idea about the safety culture of the company. Employees may request a supervisor to be present should they wish to not be alone – that is their personal right and the employee must voice his request to the officer prior to or during the interview. Once the OSHA Compliance Officer has obtained all the information they need, they will conduct a “closing conference” with available site management. They will explain their initial findings, explain your rights concerning the issues presented and answer any questions you may have at that time. If a business card has not been provided, one should be received at this time from the Compliance Officer.

In the coming weeks, a letter from OSHA will arrive requesting certain documents from a company. OSHA will request a copy of the company safety program related to the safety violation(s) observed in the field, copies of all safety meetings and trainings, site inspections conducted for the past two to three months, disciplinary action policy and records, business license,

business I.D. number, number of employees, a copy of the contract or agreement for the project they visited and copies of the company OSHA 300 and OSHA 300A logs for the past three years.

Company Safety Program

Every construction company should have a company safety program and if you are a member of the FRSA Self Insurers Fund, one is provided to you. The program should include safety policies and procedures for all aspects of company activities: office, warehouse, vehicle and travel, site and personnel safety. It should also include a Hazard Communication Policy as well as a Disciplinary Policy. When creating or editing your program, make it practical and easy to understand. The program is established for the worker to read and follow, not just management.

Safety Meetings and Training

“If training isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.” You need documented proof that you have trained employees in all expectations and requirements for their job duties. Sign-in rosters taken at meetings should have a signature line as well as a line for employees to clearly print their name beside the signature. All training, instruction or re-training, shall require a form to be signed, either an individual form or a roster of those in attendance. Keep records for a minimum of five years.

If individual signature forms are used, keep copies in not only in a personnel file but also in a common folder for ease of location at a later date.

Site Inspections

Field verification that safety policies are being followed is crucial. Photographs may serve as verification of site inspections but are not preferred as additional issues may be illustrated in photographs.

There are excellent phone apps that are specifically designed as a checklist that can be completed in the field at the time of the visit for safety compliance and may be tailored to the companies needs. A simple 10item checklist on a piece of paper is acceptable as well and should include: 1.

Vehicle Safety

2. Site Safety 3. Ladder Safety 4. Roof Housekeeping 5. Fall Protection 6. Personal Protective Equipment 7. Electrical Safety

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8. Fire Safety 9. Hazard Communication Safety 10. Sanitation and Hydration

Disciplinary Action Policy

A clear, easy to follow and practical disciplinary action plan must be written. You should make the rules strong enough to ensure they are followed, but easy enough for the responsible employee to act accordingly when needed. For example, verbal reprimand is a form of disciplinary action. It still must be documented; however formal writing and employee signature are not required. Written reprimand is a document stating the date, issue observed, employee’s name and corrective action taken and signed by the employee. Safety disciplinary action should be phased with increasing consequences for repeat occurrences and have the ability to skip phases dependent upon the circumstances or violation observed. A fall protection violation should not have the same action as not wearing a pair of gloves.

Disciplinary Action Records

Corrective action taken on field observations is required. Perfection is something we all strive for; however, safety perfection is not always a reality.

There are always issues in the field – it’s how we handle them that sets us apart from others. OSHA realizes this. The field officer and the area director know that the observation in the field by the Compliance Officer is not the first safety offense the company has ever committed; they want to see that the company is aware of it’s shortcomings and is making a valid effort to make corrections without government action.

Is the Company Legal?

Business license, business I.D. number and contract or agreement for the project are required. Simply put, is the company legal? Is it following all requirements and acting accordingly? Is the contractor working on the project site is a subcontractor? Information will be required by the primary contractor as well and the primary contractor who is contracted for the job may also be liable for citations. Ensure that all subcontractors have a current license, workers’ compensation, are properly registered and all agreements are in writing with clear expectations.

Number of Employees

How big is the company who was present on the project? OSHA does not target large corporations; they do understand that larger companies have more exposure. OSHA also wants to ensure the company is acting legally, reporting all their employees for proper wages and tax purposes.

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OSHA 300 and 300A Logs

Copies of the company OSHA 300 and 300A Logs for the past three years should be available. Companies with 10 or more employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses on these forms. Those companies with a peak employment of 20 or more employees are also required to submit their 300A Log to OSHA on an annual basis using the online Injury Tracking Application (ITA). Just a reminder: the 2023 OSHA Form 300A is due on or prior to March 2, 2024. Also, all employers, regardless of the number of employees, must report any employee fatality directly to OSHA within eight hours and any amputation, loss of eye or hospitalization of an employee within 24 hours. This report may be made over the phone or online. The OSHA Form 300 is required to be posted in a visible location at the place of business from February 1 through April 30 each year.

Many contractors would love to make a claim that an employee is acting on his own and not following company policies and therefore the company should not be cited for the individual’s actions. However, if the company is unable to display to OSHA that the company: ■ has policies, ■ trains all individuals on the company’s policies, ■ monitors their policies, ■ takes action when policies are not followed and ■ holds employees accountable for their inappropriate behavior, then the “rogue employee acting of his own” defense cannot be considered a legitimate explanation for the safety culture within the company.

FRM Access to workers’ comp coverage is available to all FRSA members. To find out if you qualify for FRSASIF workers’ comp insurance, please contact Alexis at 800-767-3772, ext. 206 or email alexis@frsasif.com.

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fields. They also tend to produce the highest profit margins.

Don’t be enamored with the past, the way your company has always operated or the items that have contributed to its success in the past. They might not be able to contribute in the future.

FRM Mitch Levin & Lee Rust, CEOs, Corporate Finance Solutions, specializing in mergers and acquisitions, succession planning, strategic planning and financing.

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