700.2 - Roof Access Policy

1. Policy Purpose

Due to their inherent danger, access to all roofs is restricted to authorized personnel only. This document sets out the intended policy for the safe access to roofs of university buildings.

2. Policy Scope

This policy applies to all university employees, contractors, and other individuals who may require access to university roofs.

3. Policy Statement

1. Working on university roofs has been identified as a potentially hazardous activity.
2. A formal procedure of roof access and safety management has been put in place to manage this risk.
3. Each roof must be specifically inspected and risk assessed so that anyone visiting a roof is not put at undue risk.
4. Access to university roofs is via an authorization process.
5. Doors leading to roofs will be kept locked at all times. All locks and keys will be distributed by Facilities Management. Only certain personnel will be assigned keys.
6. Doors leading to roofs will have a warning sign stating “Authorized Personnel Only.”
7. All work on roofs will require a written risk assessment.

4. Responsibilities

Facilities Management is responsible for controlling roof access, maintaining roof-entry security, and overseeing the authorization process for approved personnel.

5. Enforcement

Unauthorized roof access or failure to comply with roof safety requirements may result in disciplinary action, removal of access privileges, and other corrective measures as appropriate under university policy.

6. Definitions

• Authorized Personnel - Individuals who have received approval to access university roofs for official university business.
• Risk Assessment - A written evaluation of hazards associated with roof access or roof work, including appropriate control measures.