There are many ways to position yourself on a peaked roof in order to open it up–some certainly better and safer than others. The method you choose should be based on several factors: the pitch of the ...

Like many firefighters, I always look at buildings as though I were sizing them up for firefighting operations. One building construction technique that always intrigued me is the metal pitched roof.

As we see more clear days with mild temperatures, more people will start checking off boxes on their spring home improvement lists. With that, you’re reminded to keep ladder safety top of mind. While ...

Many fire departments assign a team of firefighters to roof operations at structural fires. When news cameras are on scene, firefighters can be seen working hard atop the burning building’s roof.