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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. According to Canopylift , obtaining a certification is vital in promoting the implementation of best practices.

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How to Prepare for OSHA’s New Crane Rule

Viewpoint Construction Technology

If you work in construction, you’re familiar the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), whose standards regulate safety on the nation’s construction sites. Being compliant with OSHA regulations is imperative to a construction business’s success. OSHA has proposed a new crane operator certification rule.

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Legal Requirements for Construction Projects in Texas: Compliance Checklist

Building Radar

Applications typically require detailed plans and specifications, and the process may include inspections at various stages of construction. Compliance with OSHA regulations is mandatory and includes measures such as proper scaffolding, fall protection, and hazard communication.

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#3 Scaffolds: Understanding Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

The third most cited OSHA violation in 2013 was the construction regulation on scaffolding (1926.451). Falls is the leading cause of death on construction sites, leading what OSHA calls Construction’s “Fatal Four” with one of every three construction worker deaths. Inspect synthetic rope being used as toprails or midrails.

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#3 Scaffolds: Understanding Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

The third most cited OSHA violation in 2013 was the construction regulation on scaffolding (1926.451). Falls is the leading cause of death on construction sites, leading what OSHA calls Construction’s “Fatal Four” with one of every three construction worker deaths. Inspect synthetic rope being used as toprails or midrails.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

But lax safety practices can have serious and costly consequences: fines levied by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), higher insurance premiums, project delays, and reputational damage, to say nothing of workers’ lost time due to injury. Request OSHA pre-inspections for every new jobsite. Foulke Jr.,

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7 Tips for Contractor Workplace Safety: Safe + Sound Week

Safety Services Company

Why Participate in OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week? Participating in OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week offers numerous benefits that extend beyond safety and compliance. Provide certification for specific safety skills. Perform regular inspections to ensure PPE is worn correctly.

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