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See you at the West Virginia Construction & Design EXPO

We hope to see you at the Expo! Visit Tri-State in Booth 520.

EXPO is the only West Virginia trade show for the construction, engineering, and architectural industries. It’s an invaluable opportunity to interact with our region’s best and brightest in these industries. Be sure to stop by Booth 520, where you can meet some of OUR best and brightest.

This year’s event is to be held at the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The show is open 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21. A complete list of seminars, many offering free continuing education credits, and other show information is available on the EXPO website. Registration is free at the show or online at www.wvexpo.com.

Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center
200 Civic Center Drive
Charleston, WV 25301

Anything out of metal – Yes, we can make that: stainless steel reservoirs

The Tri-State/Service Group built these custom stainless steel reservoirs for a marine application.

The units were fabricated using 1/8” stainless steel to the owner’s requirements and specifications.

From architectural elements to commercial applications including process machinery, HVAC, and industrial maintenance, if it’s made of metal, we can help.

What can our group create, design, fabricate, finish, and install for you?

Fall protection tops OSHA Top 10 Safety Violation list for 13th consecutive year.

The Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group companies create site-specific safety plans and give workers the support they need to complete projects safely and successfully.

With 7,271 violations, “Fall Protection-General Requirements” topped the agency’s list of most frequently cited violations in fiscal year 2023. OSHA regional administrator Eric Harbin announced the list at the recent National Safety Congress & Expo.

An OSHA violation occurs when an employer breaks the standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH) by failing to provide a safe workplace for their workers.

Other prominent violations included Hazard Communication, Ladders, Scaffolding, and Powered Industrial Trucks. Notably, many of these violations were found to be prevalent in the roofing industry. The complete Top 10 list:

  1. Fall protection—general requirements:  7,271 violations
  2. Hazard communication: 3,213 violations
  3. Ladders: 2,978 violations
  4. Scaffolding: 2,859 violations
  5. Powered industrial trucks: 2,561 violations
  6. Lockout/tagout: 2,554 violations
  7. Respiratory protection: 2,481 violations
  8. Fall protection—training requirements: 2,112 violations
  9. Personal protective and lifesaving equipment—eye and face protection: 2,074 violations
  10. Machine guarding: 1,644 violations

Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group is committed to ongoing safety training, communication, and awareness through its comprehensive program “Working. Safe.”

It’s time for your fall roof inspection.

With a roof inspection this fall by Tri-State/Service Group, potential roof problems can be identified and corrected early on.

Now is the ideal time to schedule a fall roof inspection.

A commercial roof is a significant investment, and proper maintenance can help extend its lifespan.

Regular inspections help identify leaks, deteriorated materials, and weak points, allowing for timely repairs and service. This can prevent minor issues from escalating into major problems.

Small repairs are generally less expensive than major repairs or replacements that may be necessary if problems are left unchecked.

A fall commercial roof inspection by the Tri-State/Service Group plays a vital role in identifying and addressing roofing issues early, helping to maintain the structural integrity, safety, and functionality of your building asset.

Inspections are recommended twice a year — in the spring and in the fall — plus following extreme weather, rooftop equipment additions, or any accidental damage.

Knowing that your commercial roof is in good condition provides peace of mind to building owners, tenants, and stakeholders.

Schedule an inspection with the Tri-State/Service Group location nearest you.

Safe and Sound Week 2023: August 7-13

Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group continues its emphasis on heat safety during Safe + Sound Week, Aug. 7-13, 2023. This annual event highlights the importance of workplace safety and reducing the injury and illness risks that workers face.

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health Doug Parker:

“We want businesses to have a system, not just good intentions, and make safety a core value for every worker in every workplace. During this week and throughout the year, we urge every employer to commit to implementing a program that drives continuous improvement in safety and health.”

Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group’s “Working. Safe.” program incorporates management leadership, worker participation, and a systematic approach to finding and fixing hazards with a zero incident and injury goal.

This summer is on track to be the hottest on record.

Too much exposure to heat can raise body temperature to unhealthy levels and may make you ill — it can also be deadly.

According to Scientific American magazine, in an average year, heat kills more people than any other type of extreme weather: approximately 700 heat-related deaths. Prevention of heat illnesses is a top concern. Here are some of the prevention steps our company takes to help protect our workers from this serious threat:

  • Acclimatization – Lighter workload until new and returning workers adjust to heat
  • Buddy System – “Buddies” help watch for signs of heat-related problems.
  • Water, Rest, and Shade for recuperation
  • Educating workers of sypmtoms and types of heat illnesses
  • Educating workers of factors that impact risk of heat illnesses

Tri-State/Service Roofing & Sheet Metal Group hires, insures, trains, pays, protects, leads, and supervises our own legal workers. Our comprehensive “Working. Safe.” program includes weekly meetings on important heat safety topics like these.

June is National Safety Month.

In recognition of National Safety Month, here are some sobering safety statistics from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ latest published data — all good reasons to re-energize and re-commit ourselves to the safety principles and practices we know work.

  • There were 2,607,900 recordable cases of nonfatal injuries and illnesses in private industry in 2021.
  • There were 5,190 fatal work-related injuries recorded in 2021.
  • Falls are the leading cause of death for construction laborers.
  • The number of fatal injuries to construction laborers is at a 5-year high.

The good news: all injuries can be prevented through planning, training, and proper use of safety equipment. When you choose the Tri-State/Service Group, you’re partnering with an experienced and safe roofing contractor. Our group works continuously to improve safety performance–evaluating and refining processes daily–with a zero injury and illness goal through our safety program “Working. Safe.”

It’s National Roofing Week!

Protecting occupants and the contents of our buildings from rain, wind, hail, and snow — let’s pause to celebrate the humble, hard-working roof this National Roofing Week 2023.

National Roofing Week was created by the National Roofing Contractors Association to promote the industry’s craft,  the professionals in it, and to call attention to the good works the industry performs in its communities. It traditionally takes place during the first full week of June:  June 4th -10th in 2023. 

2023 marks National Roofing Week’s 10th year. In this, our company’s 100th year, we have a lot of roofing successes — and people to celebrate!  What better way to mark these than to share a few of our customers’ thoughts? They say it best. Happy National Roofing Week and many thanks to all of our hard working, talented craftsmen!

“Work is always done professionally, quickly. Jobs are performed with attention to detail. Your folks are true professionals.”

“I wanted to formally tell you how pleased I was with the professional attitude and the skill sets your teams brought to this job. How we do our jobs and the attitudes we bring to the jobs determine our success. Theirs were exemplary. Please thank everyone involved, and rest assured, if I have roof work to be done, you will be called.”

“Zack ALWAYS goes all out for us. He communicates, finds issues, potential problems very effectively and makes sure we are aware of what he is doing and always very thorough in his efforts.”

Charleston, W. Va. and Parkersburg, W. Va. Tri-State divisions honored for safety excellence by state contractor association.

The Contractors Association of West Virginia (CAWV) recognized two Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company divisions for safety excellence in the workplace in 2022. The association presented the awards recently at the CAWV State Meeting held in conjunction with the Construction & Design EXPO at the Charleston Civic Center.

The “CAWV 2022 Safety Achievement Award – Specialty Contractor Division” was awarded to Tri-State of Parkersburg, W. Va. The “CAWV 2022 Safety Achievement Award – Building Division” went to Tri-State of Charleston, W. Va.

CAWV scores contractors participating in the program on their documented safety policies and procedures, commitment and approach to safety and health, and recorded statistical data for the year. Special attention is given to the quality of safety training provided to employees and members who demand active employee involvement in their safety process.

Tri-State works continuously to improve safety performance–evaluating and refining processes daily–with a zero injury and illness goal through their comprehensive safety program, “Working. Safe.”

Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company receives the 2022 CAWV Safety Achievement Award – Building Division. Pictured from left: Mitch Woodrum, Commissioner, West Virginia Division of Labor; Barry Whitten, Ben Oldaker, and Brian Linville of Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company; and CAWV Safety Committee Chairman Matt McCallister.
Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company receives the 2022 CAWV Safety Achievement Award – Specialty Contractor Division. Pictured from left: Mitch Woodrum, Commissioner, West Virginia Division of Labor; J.P. Hushion of Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company; and CAWV Safety Committee Chairman Matt McCallister.

What a century it’s been!

The Tri-State Service Group is proud to celebrate our 100th anniversary in 2023!

Beginning just after World War I, and working through the Great Depression, wars, inflation, economic upturns and downturns, a pandemic, material shortages and more, our company has been building and growing stronger each year. 

Along the way, we’ve built a robust and resilient specialty contracting company ready to take on the next century of challenges and opportunities.

Many thanks to all of our communities, clients, and great people along the way who’ve helped get us to this landmark anniversary. 

Here’s to the next 100 years!

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