Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

The Shocking Truth About Ladder Mishaps As careful as we may try to be, the reality is over 22,000 people are reported injured yearly due to ladder-related accidents; of these, over 100 people sustained fatal injuries. Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities. Ladders are no exception.

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Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 90

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Contractor prequalifications are third-party audits and certifications that serve as proof of skill, dedication to maintaining safe working conditions, and adherence to regulations like OSHA. This directly translates to a well-equipped and well-trained staff that can mitigate workplace accidents and respond swiftly in case they occur.

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Management Contractors Safety Certification 89

Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

The Shocking Truth About Ladder Mishaps As careful as we may try to be, the reality is over 22,000 people are reported injured yearly due to ladder-related accidents; of these, over 100 people sustained fatal injuries. Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities. Ladders are no exception.

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Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 48

Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Workplaces like construction sites can be dangerous and accidents can happen in a few seconds time, and if an employee is not equipped well, then it can be life-threatening as well. Accidents and impacts. Because industrial noise is not apparent to the naked eye, it is frequently overlooked as a workplace danger.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Construction is a risky business by almost any measure: It not only has one of the highest business failure rates of any industry, but construction work also sits atop the list of the most dangerous jobs. In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S. Make safety a priority.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

When it comes to the protection of employees in the construction and oil and gas industries, Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) must religiously maintain compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. But staying ‘OSHA legal’ is no longer enough.

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Safety OSHA Construction Regulation 48

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 9, 2011

Compliance/Regulations. Industry News. Industry Statistics. Fewer accidents also mean lower insurance premiums, which mean lower labor costs. EMR’s are calculated by comparing a company’s actual losses to industry average losses. Companies who perform average in their EMR industry generally rate around 1.0.

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Construction Law Monitor

DECEMBER 17, 2012

He is a specialist New York accident lawyer and the proprietor of the Ginarte Law firm. He enjoys writing and sharing his insights on various legal blogs. While it’s not possible to prevent every accident, the need to promote safety in the workplace is obvious. This guest post was contributed by Joseph A. Significant Savings.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Industry News. Industry Statistics. A Safety Consultant’s Opinion: After having worked in the safety industry for over 21 years, 14 of which were with 2 major insurance companies. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Green Building. Publications.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 8, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Industry News. Industry Statistics. We have all heard in the construction industry, “Time is money.”. Our jobsite was not yet dried in, so when we had heavy rains, there was water and Carolina mud all over the concrete floors – we had an accident waiting to happen. Green Building.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2014

Too often companies are told that they need to have a safety manual to protect them from OSHA violations, and while that’s true, understanding how that works is just as informative to a safely run company as having all the right words and regulations in a policy.

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Inspections Safety Defense Documentation 48

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Industry News. Industry Statistics. This, after all, is the foundation of the insurance industry. Well, consider the business model of the insurance industry. They sponsor programs in communities or the larger market to encourage health, reduce traffic accidents, etc. Green Building.

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Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Industry News. Industry Statistics. As I mentioned before, communication often occurs by accident – it just happens. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. Green Building. Construction Safety. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management. Resource Center.

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2020

Additionally, the basics and essentials of budgeting, finance, organisation, scheduling, conflicts, and legal issues are also covered by the project manager. And it can be any type of construction project — residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, civil, agricultural, or environmental. All work begins in this phase.

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Project Management Management Construction Feasibility 148

Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

A couple of weeks ago, we posted about a new blog out in the blogosphere that is of interest to the Washington construction industry: Nailed! The blog is published by Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries, through Carl Hammersburg, the department’s Fraud Prevention and Compliance manager.

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Regulation Contractors Washington Insurance 63

Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

These investigations are typically triggered by an accident at the workplace, an employee complaint or an OSHA initiated industry specific safety blitz. Once the walk around is completed the investigator will examine the company’s records to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Construction General Industry OSHA'

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Inspections OSHA Conference Employment 60

Work Gearz

AUGUST 6, 2022

General industry workers started wearing the boots as a result of their comfort, but the Rigger boot’s most commendable quality is the fact that they are pretty affordable.  They are simple to put on and take off, they require no tying up all the time, and prevent tripping accidents because of the absence of laces. 

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Safety Products Site Injury 52

Work Gearz

OCTOBER 17, 2020

OSHA regulates that any job with the risk of piercing, falling, slipping or electrical hazards, should have proper footwear. These shoes are slip-resistant, preventing workers from accidents and damaged foot. Industrial workers. Just like the front liners, workers also deserve the best set of protective gear and accessory.

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Safety JetStream US Electrical 52

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Successful partnerships between academia and industries are regularly developing new products and technologies. One of Pittsburgh’s top regional strengths is its Information and Communications (ICT) industry, which includes nearly 1,600 ICT firms with more than 26,000 employees and 6,000 computer and electrical engineers.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

Alabama Infrastructure Grant Program: Funds are available to public entities for extension of water, sewer and road facilities to service new or expanding industries. Alabama Industrial Access Road & Bridge Program: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

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Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

Industries that qualify for the CAPCO program may include manufacturing, processing, or assembling products; conducting research and development; or providing services. ALABAMA INDUSTRIAL ACCESS ROAD & BRIDGE PROGRAM: Provides financial assistance to communities for industrial access to new and expanding industries.

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