Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 27, 2023

Falling from elevated work locations has been a leading cause of injuries and deaths in the construction industry. During construction, developing and implementing safety programs can help prevent accidents. Falls can hurt an employee both physically and emotionally. But what happens afterward?

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Working in construction inherently poses a higher risk of on-site accidents and other health and safety hazards off-site. On average, two construction workers die of work-related injuries every day in the United States. 4 Ways Planning Helps to Improve Safety on Jobsites. Thu, 10/27/2022 - 16:04.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Because of the construction industry’s variable nature — transporting various types of cargo, traveling unfamiliar routes, driving under challenging road conditions and using different vehicles — construction fleets are uniquely prone to vehicular accidents.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 7, 2021

With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock. Two of the most common causes of accidents on the docks are slippery floors and poorly designed ledges that can pose fatal fall hazards.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 1, 2016

That is one injury caused by a dropped object every 10 minutes. But how many dropped object accidents go unrecorded? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are more than 50,000 "struck by falling object" OSHA recordables every year in the United States.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 9, 2017

As an equipment owner, it is up to you to communicate proper safety tips to promote a safer work environment, as well as reduce the risk of accidents that could result in injuries. It is imperative to make safety a priority.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports slips, trips and falls comprise nearly 25 percent of all reported accident claims, including roughly 12,000 accidental deaths every year in the United States. Employers are placed in a difficult position.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

During his employment in the industry, he was responsible for DOT compliance, policy development, driver human resources, driver training and training program development, as well as claims management and accident and injury prevention. Bob O’Connell CTP J.

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FDR Safety

JULY 12, 2016

OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. OSHA contends that such programs may encourage the under-reporting of illnesses and injuries.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

According to OSHA, it is estimated that employers pay an estimated $1 billion PER WEEK in direct costs resulting from workplace illness or injury. This total is made up of the medical costs of an accident, compensation payments for the injured worker, and any legal expenses. Indirect Costs.

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 22, 2018

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports slips, trips and falls comprise nearly 25 percent of all reported accident claims, including roughly 12,000 accidental deaths every year in the United States. Employers are placed in a difficult position.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

The Manhattan District Attorney's office announced criminal charges against two construction supervisors in the wake of a June crane accident that resulted in serious injuries to two workers.

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Construction Equipment

JULY 2, 2020

While workers are required to wear protective gear to avoid getting injuries while working, accidents can still happen. Below are four steps to take following an accident on site: Seek medical attention: get first aid as you wait for an ambulance to arrive. Do not neglect minor injuries; sometimes…

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 17, 2016

Many companies strive to foster a safety culture with a zero-accident policy, since even a minor incident could cause a long-term injury and a significant expense. One common thread on any jobsite is an emphasis on crew safety, no matter the crew size, scope of work or site environment.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

One of the most significant OSHA actions of 2016 was issuing guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs. OSHA threw a curve ball to employers with its recent guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs, leaving companies wondering how to respond. By Andrew Kaake.

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Construction Dive

MAY 8, 2024

As Safety Week 2024 continues, one expert says technology helps prevent accidents, but there’s room for improvement in the pursuit of an injury-free jobsite.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

If a workplace is unsafe, then accidents are going to be frequent. This encompasses the procedures, policies, and safety equipment and tools that have to be observed to mitigate the risk of many workplace accidents. Now, you meet an accident and injure your hand. Jobsite safety is now a top priority across many companies.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2022

They can lead to accidents or injuries. Some construction injuries happen because of ignorance or lack of knowledge among your workers. These are clothes or equipment that protect workers’ bodies from injuries. . However, regular maintenance is necessary to ensure they work efficiently. .

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 30, 2023

10 Foolproof Ways to Improve Jobsite Safety ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:14 According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 70 million days were lost due to injuries in 2021 alone. The following 10 actions can help you create a safer business, improve jobsite safety and mitigate on-the-job accidents.

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Constructonomics

AUGUST 28, 2018

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. – Improved Employee Morale.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 30, 2018

Not least when it comes to the human cost of injuries among their workforce. No-one wants their star employee to be laid low with a broken leg, for example, and the worst accidents could even be fatal. Slips and trips in such an environment can leave businesses with a big issue. and stock cost too.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Here are the tech tools contractors say they are using to work smarter, more accurately and faster with fewer accidents and injuries.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Reduces the potential for serious injuries and fatalities. Lastly, the direct costs of a serious injury (i.e., medical, regulatory, legal) are often known, but may not totaled, visible, or a attributed to a particular injury. To demonstrate the true cost of accident, the indirect costs (i.e.,

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FDR Safety

MAY 19, 2016

For years, OSHA has been claiming that employers often attempt to discourage the reporting of injuries by disciplining, drug testing, or taking other steps to discourage injured workers from reporting an injury. Inform employees of the procedure for reporting work-related injuries and illnesses.

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Constructonomics

JANUARY 3, 2014

Well, they should be – but it’s not always the case and, in the UK, we’re seeing large numbers of cases where lack of competence in the planning and implementation period of scaffolding work is leading to injuries and even deaths. With training readily available, what’s going on and what can be changed?

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 27, 2023

In this complex environment, any misstep or error can result in severe accidents or injuries. Enhancing Safety & Efficiency on the Jobsite ccapoccia Tue, 06/27/2023 - 19:26 Construction sites can be hazardous places, with heavy equipment, machinery and workers constantly operating in close proximity.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Between the potential for accidents and injuries on the job site and the risk of lawsuits, it’s important to have insurance to protect yourself from financial losses, but what kind of insurance do you need? Roofing contractors are often at the top of a building, making them more susceptible to accidents.

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FDR Safety

MAY 29, 2018

What is clear, however, is that the toll of workplace injury, illness and death remains too high, and too many workers remain at serious risk. We believe that our past experience, knowledge, and wisdom somehow cloaks us from the risk of serious injury, especially in the workplace. There is much more work to be done.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Create incentive programs based on safe practices and accident reporting, not just low accident rates. A program that specifically rewards a low recordable rate can cause employees to hide injuries or incidents out of fear of damaging the recordable rate. Below are what we at FDRsafety believe are the most important takeaways.

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Lets Build

MARCH 2, 2018

In 2016, there were almost a million separate workplace accidents that caused the victims to miss at least one full work day. Such injuries are especially common at construction sites, where bosses often cut corners to boost profit margins and dangerous conditions are everywhere. Nearly two-thirds of these incidents involve.

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ENR Construction

JULY 29, 2024

Rigger Jorge De La Torre, 27, fell to his death, but motorists in vehicles miraculously sustained only injuries in the accident earlier this spring.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Employers may be missing that point as well, losing an opportunity to keep workers safe and avoid the significant costs to their companies that come with off-the-job injuries. Accident Prevention Training' By Fred Rine.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

1 start date for enforcing its new record-keeping rule is drawing close, and employers need to pay particular attention to their drug testing policy related to workplace accidents. The new rule makes it clear that employers who have a blanket policy of conducting drug testing in the wake of accidents will be subject to OSHA scrutiny.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. Who’s Liable For Falling Debris Injuries? How Accidents Happen Due To Falling Debris.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2019

These studies include terrifying statistics on accidents, injuries, deaths, age groups most likely to be hurt, and suggestions on how to drive safer. Through those miles I’ve been fortunate to be accident free, but I also get in my car remembering why I’m driving safely and more importantly for whom.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

The accident happened at the business which the injured man owned.”. David also offered some observations that bear repeating: Forklift accidents happen to young, middle aged and older workers. No matter what your age, don’t think you can’t be touched by a forklift accident. as the result of a forklift accident.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 16, 2013

OSHA’s proposal to publish online the workplace injury and illness reports from companies with more than 250 workers may at first blush sound like a good idea in this age of transparency, but there are some good reasons not to do this. The logs contain statistical data on injuries and illnesses, but provide no insight as to the cause.

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