Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. As I’ve said before, the importance of safety programs goes far beyond the need to comply with standards and regulations. First and foremost, safety programs save lives.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. Policy and training needs to also deal with the 5% where serious injury could occur because safeguarding and procedures did not address the variable. For a FREE consultation, please contact us.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

There is good safety signage, bad safety signage and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety signage” is shown to the right. Other signs suggest that the property owner or organization believes the caution provides some degree of indemnification in the event of an injury.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Bureau of Labor Statistics Safety Data. Total rate (Case rate for days away Since 1992, US businesses, governmental agencies, and industry have substantially reduced the number of recordable injuries. Safety Metric Rate Change. In addition, there is more variability in the fatality rate than any of the other safety metrics.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 4, 2018

While undoubtedly an exciting time for business, projects of this size can have a higher risk of safety violations and issues. Here are 2 common safety mistakes made in large projects , and some advice on how to prevent them. Mistake #1: Making Safety A 2nd Tier Priority. The Fix: Develop a Safety Culture.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

In my 35+ years of working in the safety industry, I have had one goal each day: Help individuals safely return home to their families. There is no greater benefit of safety than this. In fact, safety can have quite the impact on all sides of business, particularly in the finance department. Indirect Costs. What can you do?

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FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2019

I have done hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments and handled expert cases for OSHA or personal injury where there is no foundation for the worker “training.” I do not like standard safety signs and warnings because they typically mean little to the worker. For a FREE consultation, please contact us.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 24, 2018

On Friday, October 11th, many in the safety world received a memorandum from OSHA regarding Workplace Safety Incentive Programs and Post-Incident Drug Testing. 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.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

FDRsafety continues to encounter situations where worker training is incomplete or lacking, especially in safety. I recently attended the 2 nd Annual Process Safety Summit in Washington DC on Oct 15-16, 2019. Whether our risk assessment Train-The-Trainer sessions or consultation on specific issues, our team of Senior Advisors can help.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 5, 2018

While a good and helpful idea, OSHA recordable and lost work-day case rates may be too much of a focus for many companies, while off the job injuries often go unaddressed. People need to measure all types of safety related aspects to be able to tell when things are working right and when things require correction.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 5, 2018

While a good and helpful idea, OSHA recordable and lost work-day case rates may be too much of a focus for many companies, while off the job injuries often go unaddressed. People need to measure all types of safety related aspects to be able to tell when things are working right and when things require correction.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 27, 2017

Reports of amputations lead to improved workplace safety through employer settlements. OSHA wants to hear from the public on draft Process Safety Management guidance documents. Record number of Michigan employers “Take a Stand” for workplace safety and health. 3M recalls fall prevention device over safety concerns.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 27, 2015

Stats show importance of employee safety on- and off-the-job. FDRsafety named one of the top 3 safety consulting firms in the U.S. Stats show importance of employee safety on- and off-the-job. One approach that proves effective is to provide off-the-job Safety Awareness training for employees. By Fred Rine.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Construction Safety. This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. 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.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2018

Safety Glasses, Eye Protection & You. Welcome to Safe Friday, today we’re going to cover safety glasses, eye safety, and eye protection. Essentially, exposure is defined as being within a distance of a hazard where injury could predictably occur. First Aid for Eye Injuries.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit recently found that OSHA could not expand the scope of an injury-based inspection to a wall-to-wall inspection based on the employer’s OSHA 300 Logs. OSHA argued that the injuries and illnesses on the OSHA 300 logs created reasonable suspicion of hazards which suggested the existence of violations.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit recently found that OSHA could not expand the scope of an injury-based inspection to a wall-to-wall inspection based on the employer’s OSHA 300 Logs. OSHA argued that the injuries and illnesses on the OSHA 300 logs created reasonable suspicion of hazards which suggested the existence of violations.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Black & Veatch Construction has established a strategic partnership with OSHA to reduce workers’ exposure to hazards and the likelihood of serious injuries at the Columbia Energy Center Air Quality Control Systems Project site in Pardeeville, Wis. November 8, 2012. read more

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FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

Without a documented procedure, a serious injury is waiting to occur. Call me… A few minutes of discussion could possibly improve your safety program and LOTO procedures. Jim Stanley is one of the nation’s most respected occupational safety consultants. 2 at OSHA, former VP of Safety and Health at AK Steel.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 21, 2016

Employers should pay close attention to OSHA’s recent revisions to its enforcement procedures on injury reporting, particularly those dealing with Rapid Response Investigations, which the agency frequently asks companies to conduct after a reportable injury. This caveat swallows any protection promised by the rule.

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

OSHA sees great opportunity because your industry does realize finger injuries and amputations that are not realized in other companies where operators have automation and/or engineered safeguards to protect the point of operation. Many, if not most safety courses, are designed for administrative issues of compliance. We can help.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being. Jobsite safety is critical for workers and for your home building company. Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 30, 2016

However, the reality of day-to-day operations in most small businesses makes it difficult to focus on safety in the workplace. First and foremost, small business owners and operators must get their occupational safety and health issues in order because it is the “right thing to do.” Enforce safe-work rules.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

Construction Safety. This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. The company called us to come in and evaluate some of their work stations where they seemed to be getting the most injuries from repetitive motions. MANAGEMENT |.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2019

I have done hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments and handled expert cases for OSHA or personal injury where there is no foundation for the worker “training.” I do not like standard safety signs and warnings because they typically mean little to the worker. For a FREE consultation, please contact us.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 6, 2016

Does the suggested or mandated OSHA abatement reduce risk of injury to your employees? Way too often, I find situations where the suggested or mandated abatement does not actually reduce risk of injury and sometimes significantly increases risk. Does the suggested or mandated OSHA abatement interfere with production and/or maintenance?

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 21, 2015

Have a temporary need for a safety professional? Falls from portable ladders, including stepladders, straight ladders and extension ladders, are one of the leading causes of work injuries. We were pleased to learn that FDRsafety was one of nine leading national firms to be included in a survey by EHS Today magazine on safety training.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 4, 2014

Most successful businesses understand the consequences of inadequate safety, and it’s reinforced by the data that shows proper safety training and practices reduce insurance, lost time, and turnover costs. A frequently overlooked resource for improving your workplace safety is to take advantage of the OSHA consultation program.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 6, 2021

When you’re just starting out in the safety field, it’s important to embrace the idea that you don’t know it all. Julia Wilson , Assistant Regional Operations Manager and Senior Geologist at EarthCon Consultants, Inc. shares some hard-earned lessons for new safety professionals. Lessons for new safety professionals.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 5, 2018

OSHA Safety & Compliance. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA safety and compliance. Workplace inspections and investigations are conducted by OSHA compliance safety and health officers trained in safety and industrial hygiene. OSHA Inspections.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 10, 2018

Safety Programs. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going continue to cover the ins and outs of Safety Programs. This week, we're going cover the ins and outs of what should be included in your workplace safety program. Establishing Safety Programs. Attending all required safety programs and health meetings.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Construction Safety. Construction Equipment Management: Finding the Sweet Spot » Construction Safety – The Wrong Way for a Lifetime. This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2018

Safety Glasses, Eye Protection & You. Welcome to Safe Friday, today we’re going to cover safety glasses, eye safety, and eye protection. Essentially, exposure is defined as being within a distance of a hazard where injury could predictably occur. First Aid for Eye Injuries.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 12, 2014

In order to help employers battle workplace fatigue, Safety Services Company is offering a complementary, downloadable poster on workplace sleep awareness. Fatigue is a major issue facing workplaces today,” said Safety Services Company spokesman Michael Rich. It not only reduces productivity, but increases the possibility of injury.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 11, 2022

If necessary, you can consult your local crane specialist to assist you with each crane type’s capabilities and load capacity and eventually help you pick the best crane for the job. But to be safe, it’s best to stop all crane operations when it’s windy, raining, or lightning to maintain the safety of the construction site.

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Work Gearz

MAY 22, 2021

If you work with cars or with other types of machinery that require a mechanic, you may be working with things that are in motion and consequentially safety measures become a priority. A good pair of safety glasses can make all the difference in protecting your vision long term. . Comparison of Top Safety Glasses for Mechanics.

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