Apply roll roofing

Description

Roll out mats of roofing material, often bituminous asphalt, to cover flat or low-pitched roofs. Apply the felt layer first if required. Make sure there are no gaps so the roof is weatherproof. Firmly attach the layer to the structure.

Alternative labels

applying roofing felt
application of roll roofing
applying roll roofing
applying asphalt roll roofing
apply asphalt roll roofing
roll roofing application
application of asphalt roll roofing
asphalt roll roofing applying
apply roofing felt
felt roofing

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Apply roll roofing is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Roofer: Roofers cover structures with roofs. They install the weight-bearing elements of a roof, either flat or pitched, then cover it with a weatherproof layer.

Optional skill

Apply roll roofing is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

House builder: House builders construct, maintain and repair houses or similar small buildings using a range of techniques and materials of several construction building workers.
Roofing supervisor: Roofing supervisors monitor the work on roofing a building. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.

 


 

References

  1. Apply roll roofing – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022