Rio Asphalt & Paving Co Ltd is pleased to announce it has pledged its support to the Safe2Torch campaign, launched on 3rd July 2017.

Safe2Torch was developed by the NFRC in partnership with its contractor and manufacturer members, and seeks to significantly reduce the risk of roof fires when using gas torches, either to dry out roofs or when used to install torch-on membranes.

The Safe2Torch campaign will directly affect at least 50% of all the flat roofs installed in the UK and will aim to promote the positive side of the industry, where safe specifications and safe working practices are second nature. It will give clients assurance that if they engage with a Safe2Torch Contractor and/or Manufacturer, their roof works will have been planned and installed within the requirements of the Safe2Torch guidance.

Martin Wragg, Contracts Director at Rio Asphalt and Paving Co Ltd said “Rio Asphalt are pleased to support this important and exciting development in the industry. It is important that fire safety remains of paramount importance therefore we are committed to promoting and implementing this very worthwhile initiative into our organisation and culture as standard.”

For more information regarding the Safe2Torch campaign, or if you would like further information on how Rio Group can assist you with your specialist Roofing and / or Surfacing requirements then please contact Terry Beecham (terry@riogroup.co.uk)