A 12/12 pitch means a 45-degree angle. At that slope, everything slides — tools, materials, people. Kevin specializes in steep work. His grip is quite literally a matter of life and death.
"On a steep roof, your hands are constantly working. Gripping rafters, holding shingles, controlling your body position. Hand fatigue is a safety issue."
Grip Enhancement
Kevin wraps his palms before steep work. The tape adds friction against smooth surfaces and reduces the fatigue from constant gripping. It's not armor — it's traction.
"I've watched guys slide on steep roofs because their hands were too tired to hold. That can't happen. Anything that helps my grip stay strong all day is worth using."
The Stakes
Falls in roofing are too often fatal. Kevin has lost colleagues. That reality shapes every safety decision, including hand protection.
"Hand care isn't vanity on a steep roof. It's survival. I protect my grip because my grip protects my life."