Steep Slope Roof Pitch Traversing
S.S.R.P.T. — Elevated Tasks 2-Day Course
In this Elevated Tasks 2-day hands on course, students get to inspect different roofing materials, use different tools and equipment, learn how to anchor, install, rig, and become more comfortable & confident with their skills. Different roofing materials, pitches, and real world conditions as they pertain to working at heights employees.
A Gargoyle Academy Deep-Immersion Mastery Training
What This Course Covers
Steep slope roof access is one of the highest-risk tasks in the exterior trades — and one of the least formally trained. This 2-day immersion course puts students on real roof sections at real pitches, building the technique, confidence, and OSHA-compliant practices that make steep slope work survivable and professional.
Course Topics
- Ladder positioning
- Lifeline rope positioning
- Anchoring into and onto different areas
- Traversing different pitches
- Harness points and body positioning
- OSHA regulations
- First man up systems and methods
- Useful Knots & Hitches
- Working around roof obstructions
- Self rescuing in a harness
Equipment & Provisions
- All necessary safety equipment and gear provided
- Students may bring personal harnesses, tool belts, impact drivers/drills (must be clearly marked)
- Equipment inspected and approved prior to use
- Wear roof-safe non-slip close-toed shoes and clothing suitable for rooftop work
Student Evaluation
Each student will be evaluated during their hands-on portion of the course, demonstrating the skills, knowledge, and abilities that pertain to working at heights.
Where This Course Is Held
- Held in St. Louis, Missouri
- Private classes anywhere in the United States with proper planning and location sites
Ready to Register?
View the upcoming class schedule or contact us to book a private session for your team anywhere in the United States.