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Why PPE is the Last Line of Defense

Construction Business Owner

Why PPE is the Last Line of Defense Believe it or not, the answer isn’t just wearing the right PPE. mhodges Wed, 07/05/2023 - 09:33 Every year, millions of workers get injured on the job, and a significant number of reported occupational injuries are hand related. Superior Glove is headquartered in Ontario, Canada.

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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications. The industry urgently needs a specification framework that is measurable, verifiable, and defensible. Photo courtesy Bennett Build The polished concrete problem The design industry has struggled with polished concrete for years.

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How Innovation Drives Superior Products

Construction Business Owner

R&D is the Cornerstone of Product Innovation Superior Glove’s state-of-the-art R&D facility is where new glove concepts and custom design solutions are materialized to make the gloves more comfortable without compromising on essential hazard protection. The company manufactures engineered yarn in its facilities in Canada and Honduras.

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OSHA Penalty & Record Keeping Changes

FDR Safety

It’s rarely enjoyable when citation amounts increase, but in OSHA’s defense, there had not been an adjustment for inflation since 1990 until only a few years ago. These forms, designed for injury and illness reporting, were previously required to be filed annually by all companies. OSHA Penalties Increased Due To Inflation.

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constructionattorneyblog: Sole Proximate Cause Defense Reaffirmed

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. Sole Proximate Cause Defense Reaffirmed. Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Sole Proximate Cause Defense Reaffirmed : Recent Posts.

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Learn How to Conduct a Job Site Hazard Assessment

Safety Services Company

Every year, over 4 million workers are the victim of a serious injury or illness on the job. Daily, more than 12 of these injuries result in death. The majority of these injuries and deaths can be prevented if the hazards that caused them had been properly identified and controlled ahead of time. Preventative Measures.

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constructionattorneyblog: Fiduciary Duty by Design Professionals?

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. Fiduciary Duty by Design Professionals? In almost every case, an architect or other design professional is not a fidiciary. Recent Posts.

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