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Construction Work Accidents- Where Do the Risks Lie?

Constructonomics

To help highlight where the risks lie, the HSE release figures every year detailing stats on the number of injuries and accidents that have been reported and how they have been caused. It’s not a nice place to start yet the fact that there are fatal accidents within the construction industry can’t be hidden. Major Injuries.

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National Electrical Safety Month: Key Workplace Safety Tips

Safety Services Company

In May, we celebrate National Electrical Safety Month (NESM) by emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the safety of your team members through strict adherence to electrical safety protocols. Out of those, 81 fatalities occurred from direct contact with electricity, likely causing electrocution.

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4 Most Common Workplace Injuries

Construction Marketing

Likewise, other jobs leave workers more exposed to accidents than others. Slip And Fall Accident. Likewise, a slip and fall accident can occur in any work environment. These types of accidents may lead to minor injuries or more severe injuries. Vehicle Accidents. Electricity . They can also include: .

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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories

Construction Marketing

Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems.

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Rhobina Electric Fined Following Fatal Trench Accident

Construction Equipment

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has fined Rhobina Electric $37,318 after a trench collapsed and killed a worker at a Taylor, Mississippi, job site. Rhobina, based in Batesville, Mississippi, is a commercial and plumbing contractor. The worker had been installing sewer pipe…

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How to Tune Up Your Trailer’s Wheels, Tires and Electrical

Green Industry Professionals

These basic maintenance tasks can help avoid repairs and prevent accidents. Take care of your trailer and it will take care of you.

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4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Construction Equipment

Constructonomics

Defective equipment will lead to serious injuries or fatalities, apart from causing system, structural and electrical failures. These will cause accidents like electrocution, collapses, burns or cuts. – Increased Safety and Minimized Workplace Accidents.

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