b'DIVIDENDPAYINGINVESTMENTSAFETY James McCawley, Editor EDITORIAL Elsewhere in this issue is an outline of the firststepin a Safety Program mapped out by Ed. Carlson and Ken Peters, two young men who wane to grow old-in one piece-and wane the 100,000 roofing mechanics in the U.S.and Canada to grow old-and in full possession of their limbs and organs. The firststepin their safety program is described by its originators.The word "nominal"hasbeen used to describe the cost of the program tothe roofing contractor.This is an understatement. The cost is a pittance. We enthusiastically endorse this program.Ifthe program is bought by 50%of our readers, we predict that it will have a sensational effect on reducing workmen\'s compensationinsurancerates.Ineffectthismeansthatthe programcostssubscribers nothing. We would liketo emphasize again that it is not the major accidents,eventhe fatal accidents, which inflate the roofing rate.It is the minor injuries, the cuts, the burns, the bruises and other factors encountered in outdoor work. Roofing has ceased to be a seasonal occupation.Most firms and their employees work all through the winter. Accident rates zoom during the winter months, and losL working time because of injuries lasts twice as long compared with summer injuries. All these factors contribute to the need for safety education directed to the man on the job, rather than his boss.We salute those contractors who on occasion hold meetings with their ment0discuss safety, but believe that an approach directtothe roofer accompanying his pay check will prove more effective,if conductedona year round basis.'