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Roofing Risk Assessment — Done in 2 Minutes
Describe the roofing job. We write a UK-compliant risk assessment, instantly.
Used by sole trader roofers, roofing contractors and site managers across the UK.
🏗 Working at height is the leading cause of fatal injuries in UK construction. Anyrisks specifically asks about your access method, roof type, and site conditions — and builds in the relevant controls automatically.
The Legal Framework for Roofing Contractors
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 (WAHR 2005) are the primary legislation governing roofing work in the UK. Regulation 4 requires that all work at height is: avoided where possible, properly planned and organised, supervised, and carried out safely using appropriate equipment. Falls from roofs are the single largest cause of fatal injuries in UK construction, accounting for more than a quarter of all construction fatalities annually according to HSE statistics.
For work on fragile surfaces — including older fibre cement roofs, corrugated asbestos cement, rooflights, and some metal deck roofs — the Advisory Committee for Roofwork (ACR) guidance documents, including ‘Working on Roofs’ and the ‘Red Book’ (Recommended practice for working on fragile roofs), set out the industry standards for safe access, netting, crawl boards, and barriers. The ACR guidance is recognised by the HSE as industry best practice.
HSG33 ‘Health and Safety in Roof Work’ (HSE publication) provides comprehensive guidance on all types of roof work, covering: suitable access equipment (roof ladders, platforms, cherry pickers), edge protection, fragile roof warnings, and emergency procedures. HSG33 is the standard reference for roofing risk assessment inspectors.
Where roofing contractors use MEWPS (mobile elevated work platforms), IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) training and PAL card certification is required. PASMA certification applies to scaffold tower use. Anyrisks’ roofing assessments flag the relevant access equipment requirements based on the job described.
How It Works
1. Describe the Job
Tell us the roof type, access method, materials, site conditions, and any specific hazards.
2. Let the app take the strain
Anyrisks produces a fully written, UK-compliant roofing risk assessment tailored to your specific job.
3. Instant Download and Use
Download immediately. Hand to your client, use on site, or include in your RAMS pack.
What It Covers
Every roofing risk assessment is written in full — covering all hazards relevant to your job.
Working at height — fall prevention, edge protection, access equipment
Roof structure condition and fragile surfaces
Manual handling of tiles, slates, felt and materials
Use of ladders, scaffolding, cherry pickers and MEWPs
Weather conditions and site access
Lone working on residential properties
Waste removal and debris management
Third-party safety (pedestrians, occupants below)
Works For
Flat, pitched, repairs, or specialist — Anyrisks covers every roofing job.
What Customers Say
“I’m a sole trader roofer. My client asked for a risk assessment before I started. Anyrisks had it done in minutes — working at height, materials, third-party safety, all covered.”
Jason T.
Sole trader roofer, Kent
“We do a lot of flat roofing on commercial properties. Each job needs its own risk assessment. Anyrisks makes it quick to generate a tailored one every time.”
Craig W.
Roofing contractor, Yorkshire
“I was working on a suspected asbestos roof. Anyrisks included the right fragile surface and asbestos-awareness controls — exactly what the main contractor needed.”
Dave H.
Roofing subcontractor, North West
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Anyrisks vs DIY Templates
| Anyrisks | DIY / Templates | |
|---|---|---|
| Written in full — not a blank form | ✓ | ✗ |
| Work at Height Regulations 2005 incorporated | ✓ | ✗ |
| Covers fragile surfaces and asbestos awareness | ✓ | ✗ |
| Specific to your roof type and access method | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ready in under 2 minutes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Instant download | ✓ | Sometimes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Work at Height Regulations 2005 require for roofers?
WAHR 2005 Regulation 4 requires that all work at height is avoided where possible, properly planned, supervised, and carried out safely using appropriate equipment. For roofing, this means selecting the right access method (roof ladder, scaffold, MEWP), providing edge protection at every leading edge, and having an emergency rescue plan in case of a fall. Roofing is the activity with the highest rate of fatal falls in UK construction.
What is the ACR guidance and does Anyrisks cover fragile roofs?
The Advisory Committee for Roofwork (ACR) publishes industry guidance on safe roofing practice, including the ‘Red Book’ on fragile roof work. Fragile surfaces — older fibre cement sheets, roof lights, corrugated asbestos cement, some metal decking — require specific controls: crawl boards, netting, barriers, and ‘fragile roof’ warning signs under WAHR 2005 Schedule 2. Describe your roof type and Anyrisks will include the appropriate fragile roof controls.
Does the assessment cover HSG33?
Yes. HSG33 ‘Health and Safety in Roof Work’ is the HSE’s comprehensive guidance for all types of roof work. Anyrisks’ roofing assessments incorporate HSG33 requirements including edge protection, access equipment selection, fragile surface warnings, and emergency procedures.
Can I use this as a sole trader roofer?
Yes. As a self-employed contractor you have the same duties under WAHR 2005 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 as an employer. Most principal contractors and house builders require a written risk assessment before roofers begin work.
What if I’m using a MEWP or scaffold tower?
Mention the access method in your description. Anyrisks will include MEWP/IPAF requirements (PAL card, pre-use check, outrigger positioning, exclusion zone) or PASMA requirements (mobile tower height-to-base ratio, wheel-locking, platform loading) as appropriate.
How long does it take?
Under 2 minutes. Describe the job — roof type, access method, height, site conditions — and Anyrisks produces a complete roofing risk assessment. £29, no subscription.