Western Roofing Expo 2020

Opioid Usage and How it Affects Roofers (Room Loire)

10 Jun 19
8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

Tracks: Codes, Health, Industry Issues, Low Slope, Safety, Steep Slope

The opioid epidemic costs American employers $10 billion a year in productivity and absenteeism. The roofing industry in particular faces issues associated with prescription painkillers from HR and employment issues, to safety and OSHA hazards. This seminar helps roofers understand the issues from an employer standpoint and the importance of creating policies and procedures to address the crisis.