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

JANUARY 27, 2021

One area of change that will affect thousands, if not millions of employers comes in the form of OSHA regulation and enforcement. Expect an increase in discrimination enforcement and possible expansion of limits on drug testing following an accident or injury. With any new presidency comes a variety of changes across government.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 7, 2014

The nature of a workplace accident will determine the extent of the investigation, the resources that will be needed, what types of investigative processes will be required, and who will need to be interviewed. To do that you must first secure the accident scene. Injury and illness logs. Past accident reports.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 9, 2024

” According to OSHA , the top 4 contributors to workplace injuries and fatalities are: Falls Struck-By Caught-By/In-Between Electrocution According to a 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics report on Fatal Occupational Injuries, exposure to electricity accounted for 7% of workplace fatalities.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 21, 2016

Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced proposed regulations to update critical safety requirements for natural gas transmission pipelines. billion in damages.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that nearly all employers maintain properly-recorded accounts of work-related injuries and illnesses. Some employers are exempt from this regulation, such as those with ten employees or less. Form 301 – Injury and Illness Incident Report. What happened?

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 24, 2024

In the construction industry, safety is paramount, given the inherent risks that can lead to serious injuries and fatalities. Empowering Your Workforce Through Effective Safety Training Programs Best Practices for Safety Training Programs: Effective safety training is essential for preventing accidents.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 16, 2014

Imagine the following situation and ask yourself if you know exactly why or why not the employer should log the injury as work related. This was the situation put to OSHA that they addressed February 2014 in a clarification of its recordkeeping regulations : 1904.5 Determination of Work-relatedness” and 1904.7 OSHA Response: 1904.6(b)(3)

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that nearly all employers maintain properly-recorded accounts of work-related injuries and illnesses. Some employers are exempt from this regulation, such as those with ten employees or less. Form 301 – Injury and Illness Incident Report. What happened?

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Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

This article explores key strategies, regulations, and technologies that contribute to improving OHS practices in the construction industry. Understanding Occupational Health and Safety in Construction Occupational health and safety in construction encompass measures to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses among workers.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 21, 2014

The OSHA Recordkeeping regulation requires employers keep a record of serious injuries and illnesses using the OSHA 300 Log. The records can be kept at headquarters if information of an injury can be logged within seven days, and the records can be quickly sent to the establishment. How to Decide It’s a Workplace Injury.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 30, 2016

If you asked the typical small business man or woman if he or she wanted to protect their employees from workplace accidents, the answer would, of course, be yes. Small businesses sometimes erroneously believe that they don’t need training because they have never had a workplace accident. Motivate workers to act safely.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Points to Ponder: It is the contractor’s responsibility to create a work area and zone free from hazards that could cause injury or harm to persons or property. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

As part of a heavily regulated industry, fuel companies also have to comply with safety and environmental regulations. Risk management ensures companies comply with regulations. Contractor prequalifications ensure companies meet health and safety standards, are environmentally conscious, and minimize accidents.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2024

A safe work environment is a cornerstone of successful projects, ensuring every team member can perform at their best without the looming threat of injury or accident. Update your safety training materials frequently to reflect the latest safety regulations and industry standards. Involve employees from different departments.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 21, 2017

On August 1, 2017, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched its Injury Tracking Application (ITA), which allows employers to begin observing compliance with this year’s new electronic reporting requirements. Through the ITA, employers can submit necessary injury and illness records from their 2016 OSHA Form 300A.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Per OSHA’s regulation 29 CFR 1904, employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses. OSHA tracks this information with the goal of preventing accidents in the future. Or a company might report every accident, recordable or not, in an effort to avoid an OSHA fine.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times! Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities. Why is this the case, and what should contractors look for?

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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 saves you from expensive material loss, contract terminations, serious injuries, and costly lawsuits.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In that case, the responsibility of dealing with workplace accidents or unsafe job sites will fall upon them, causing legal issues. Prequalification demonstrates that your company adheres to health and safety regulations, preventing potential lawsuits, poor work, and additional expenses for the client.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 14, 2014

OSHA forklift regulations explain the training required in 1910.178(l). Other applicable OHSA regulations include: The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 2, 2022

Safety is an important aspect of any business but especially in construction, where a little accident can have serious impacts to those involved; the trades people on site, the owner, and the contractor. An example would be improper hoisting and installation of an HVAC unit.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Accidents involving hazardous energy are always a possibility. However, you, as a business owner, can keep your workers safe and reduce their chance of sustaining injuries by preparing and adhering to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) guidelines on hazardous energy.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Accidents involving hazardous energy are always a possibility. However, you, as a business owner, can keep your workers safe and reduce their chance of sustaining injuries by preparing and adhering to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) guidelines on hazardous energy. Why is a Lockout/Tagout Procedure Important?

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Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. The layers of OSHA regulation that protect workers focus on proper use and installation of safety systems, supervision, safe work procedures, maintenance and more. Scaffolding.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. They sponsor programs in communities or the larger market to encourage health, reduce traffic accidents, etc. General Management. Software & Technology. Construction Law.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 29, 2014

All it takes for people to start asking questions is a workplace injury, or a complaint, or to do business in a high risk occupation. The current 10 Most Dangerous Jobs by fatal injury rate (number of fatal occupational injuries per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers) are: Logging 127.8. Construction laborers 17.4.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Answer: OSHA’s applicable regulation is 1910.151(c) : “Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within the work area for immediate emergency use.”. In them OSHA refers employers to ANSI Z358.1.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you. 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. Experiencing injuries as a result of falling items or debris.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 3, 2021

They were chosen based on the number of accidents and injuries that occur each year at construction workplaces. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends that employers regularly enforce standards and regulations. Preventing Struck-By Injuries. The Importance of Safety Meetings.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Starting from working with heavy machineries to carrying heavy loads to working at heights to working with temporary structures, construction sites pose a serious threat of accidents and injuries to the workers! that are required to be worn in the construction sites for saving you from injuries ad hazards. So, let’s get started!

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 30, 2014

The current regulation as it is written puts the cut-off date of non NRTL devices at November 8, 2011. In addition to creating new and updating current regulations, OSHA publishes interpretations and answers to questions about existing rules. How to Decide It’s a Workplace Injury.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

These preventable accidents resulted in total indemnity and medical costs of over $70 million. To help ensure employers are following standards developed to mitigate the risk of fall and limit the risk of injury when a fall does occur California formed the RCWG.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Selective Insurance recently released the results of a 10-year study of workplace injury trends , based on 110,000 workers’ compensation claims between 2011 and 2021. Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

There are also challenges that come from outside of the project such as government regulations and weather issues. Time management A lot of stakeholders perceive time constraints as among the biggest issues that result in defective designs, high rates of accidents, and loss in revenue.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

The risk of injury or death,” she says, “is just too high.”. By taking these steps, on-site supervisors can reduce injuries and eliminate fatalities due to trench failure and excavation issues. He has more than 30 years of trial experience in construction accident cases, for both defense and plaintiff. . Jobsite Safety.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Because this line of work has a greater chance of injury or death than others, contractors must take great care to make sure work zones are safe and workers are protected. . Electrocution : Contact with overhead power lines and electrical power boxes presents risks that can lead to serious injury or death during the construction phase. .

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