[sean liam]

Been asked to power wash roof for my in laws.  What safty precautions do I need to put in place.  Big old bungalow farm house. Quite a lot of moss.  Main concern is falling obviously. Any help or tips would be appreciated. Thanks.

[andrew kay]

Hope this helps.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2613480/Idiot-roofing-worker-caught-camera-standing-house-roof-pressure-washed-image-cost-firm-thousands-pounds-safety-breach.html

[sean liam]

Thanks Andrew.  Shows me what not to do.  I realise that I need scaffolding which is not a problem but do I need to be harnessed and if so what to?

[andrew kay]

Take a look at these links HSE should help you on all most aspects of roof work


http://www.hse.gov.uk/search/search-results.htm?q=harness%20training#gsc.tab=0&gsc.q=harness%20training&gsc.page=1




http://www.hse.gov.uk/construction/safetytopics/roofwork.htm#saf

[Jason Moe Roberts]

Also, make sure you have your license and insurance ready. Some clients ask about these.