Skylights & Roof Openings
priority_high Why it matters
Skylights are treated as holes under §1910.28 — an unguarded or non-load-rated skylight is a fall-through fatality waiting to happen, and roof hatches left open are the same hazard. Workers routinely fall through skylights they assumed would hold their weight; they won't.
event_repeat How often it's checked
OSHA cites unguarded skylights and hatches on inspection and it's a known fatality category, so it draws NEP attention. The duty is continuous — guarding has to be in place whenever the roof is accessed.
construction How La Gala fixes it
We install skylight screens or guardrails rated to hold the load, and self-closing hatch guards, so the opening is protected without blocking access or light.
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We certify it and we fix it, under one contract. Start with a free, no-obligation assessment, or build a custom compliance plan in two minutes.