Safety Resources

Q: What are the main safety hazards in the sealant, restoration and waterproofing industry?

The most common hazards include: Fall Hazards (Top Risk), Chemical Exposure, Respiratory Hazards, Fire & Explosion Risks, Structural & Jobsite Hazards, Electrical Hazards, Equipment & Tool Hazards, Environmental Exposure, Ergonomic & Physical Strain, Jobsite Coordination Risks, and Confined Space Hazards.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main safety hazards in the sealant, restoration and waterproofing industry?

The most common hazards include:

Fall Hazards (Top Risk)
Chemical Exposure
Respiratory Hazards
Fire & Explosion Risks
Structural & Jobsite Hazards
Electrical Hazards
Equipment & Tool Hazards
Environmental Exposure
Ergonomic & Physical Strain
Jobsite Coordination Risks
Confined Space Hazards

Does SWRI work with OSHA?

SWR Institute has been an OSHA Alliance Partner for over 23 years and we are also a Stand-Down Premier Partner with OSHA. SWR Institute collaborates with OSHA to promote safe and healthy working conditions for workers who apply and work with sealant, waterproofing and restoration products. SWR Institute is committed to promoting safe practices in the workplace and on the job site. In addition, SWR Institute is working with OSHA to educate members by providing timely information about how to protect employees.

What is the SWR Foundation Program?

The Sealant, Waterproofing & Restoration Foundation (SWR Foundation) was established in 1999 for the purpose of providing both educational scholarships to assist and encourage students in pursuing careers in our industry and also to provide support for research, technical information dissemination and training activities. Since 2003, the Foundation has awarded $155,000+ in scholarships to individuals seeking construction related degrees.