A 20-year-old laborer from Guatemala tragically fell 30 feet through the roof of a Nashville, Tenn., high school, leading to his death; his family has now filed a wrongful death lawsuit alleging gross negligence.

Crowther Roofing & Cooling, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, has joined Roofing Corp of America as a partner firm; Crowther will keep its name and operate as an independent entity within RCA’s portfolio.  

National Roofing Week 2024 is underway and we are keeping up with what roofing contractors, manufacturers and distributors are posting on social media to show their pride in the roofing and construction industry.

James Ernest Coston, a longtime roofing distribution professional and member of the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association, died on May 26 at age 70 after battling cancer.

Brad Jacobs, a billionaire who first made his fortune in the waste management industry, announced the launch of QXO, a tech-forward building products distribution start-up and hired Ihsan Essaid as its CFO.  

One construction worker died, and another was injured after falling through the roof of a primary school in Detroit; the cause is under investigation.  

GAF commenced production at its fifth polyisocyanurate insulation plant in Peru, Ill., producing GREENGUARD-Gold certified EnergyGuard insulation products and adding 70 jobs to the local economy. 

The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other business groups filed a lawsuit against OSHA challenging the new 'Walkaround Rule' that expands third-party access during inspections, arguing it violates statutory authority and promotes unionization.

In its fourth year, Beacon's 2024 'North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year' voting is now open. The winner will receive $10,000, and four finalists will each receive $1,000 for professional development.