R-Club safety trainings: Bilingual education that strengthens crews

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Exclusive bilingual safety trainings equip roofing crews with clarity, confidence and stronger compliance culture. 

Safety on a jobsite is not built through policies alone. It is reinforced through repetition, leadership and training that reaches every crew member clearly and consistently. Inside the RoofersCoffeeShop® R-Club, that commitment shows up each month through exclusive safety trainings led by John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group; now offered in Spanish. 

John Kenney brings field-tested leadership to safety education 

John Kenney draws from deep experience in compliance, risk management and roofing operations as he walks contractors through the realities crews face daily. Each month’s session focuses on practical, jobsite-relevant topics including fall protection, personal protective equipment (PPE), ladder safety, electrical safety, silica dust prevention, defensive driving, fire safety and handling hazardous materials. 

Every training is supported by a downloadable learning guide, giving companies the structure to turn a video session into a team discussion and continue the learning.  

Why Spanish-language trainings matter 

One of the most impactful aspects of the R-Club safety program is that monthly trainings are available in both English and Spanish. In an industry where a significant portion of the workforce speaks Spanish as a first language, bilingual education is a necessity. 

When safety protocols are communicated in a worker’s primary language, comprehension improves. When comprehension improves, risk decreases. Miscommunication on a roof can lead to injuries, delays and costly liability. Clear, accessible instruction protects both people and businesses. 

Providing Spanish-language training also sends a message of inclusion and respect. It recognizes the critical role Spanish-speaking professionals play across the roofing industry and ensures they are fully equipped with the knowledge needed to work safely and confidently. 

Why it matters for contractors 

For contractors, safety performance affects everything; insurance costs, productivity, employee retention and company reputation. A well-trained crew identifies hazards earlier, makes better decisions under pressure and operates with greater confidence. 

With these Spanish safety trainings, the R-Club positions safety as an ongoing practice. Crews are encouraged to gather, watch the trainings together and review key takeaways using the learning guides. Companies can even submit photos of their teams participating for a chance to be recognized within the community. 

These trainings are exclusive to R-Club members, designed for contractors who want structured, consistent education that supports both compliance and culture. 

Learn more about how the R-Club delivers monthly bilingual safety trainings with John Kenney to help contractors protect their teams and strengthen their operations!