Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Using Contract Skilled Labor Can Reduce Workers’ Compensation Risk—Here’s How. Using a staffing company can help employers lower workers' compensation risk while still meeting project workload demands and customer deadlines. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 10:44. Jobsite Safety. Labor + Trade Relations. Jobsite Safety.

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Compensation Risk Contract Injury 98

FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods present significant high-risk hazards to restoration employees, recovery workers and volunteers. Other mitigation recommendations include: Employers need to require effective and concise safety and health training for all employees before commencing the job.

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Safety Injury Employment Risk 156

Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

This encompasses the procedures, policies, and safety equipment and tools that have to be observed to mitigate the risk of many workplace accidents. While it’s the responsibility of your employer to provide a safe workplace that complies with all the safety hazard requirements, you should consider your safety as your personal responsibility.

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Safety Accidents Risk Employment 266

BD+C

APRIL 8, 2019

Poorly fitting equipment is a leading cause of injury in service members, according to a recent Department of Defense report. Ill-fitting gear can pose safety risks including snagging on ladders and exposing the body to hazards.

Risk 89

Risk Equipment Employment Defense 89

Safety Services Company

JUNE 19, 2014

Working out in the sun, especially in summer, exposes workers to the highest concentration of UV rays, although working outdoors in areas of snow and light-colored sand also increase the risk of sunburn. UVA radiation can increase the risk for developing skin cancer. UVA radiation can increase the risk for developing skin cancer.

Injury 78

Injury Risk Employment Schedule 78

Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 7, 2017

In recent years, upward of 42,000 workplace injuries were caused by snow, sleet, or ice. Much like when we talked about the importance of heat safety on the job , employers are responsible and required to protect workers from safety hazards, including cold temperatures and extreme weather. Prevent and protect.

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Safety Injury Viewpoint Construction 242

FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

Without a documented procedure, a serious injury is waiting to occur. Our risk assessment methods and means of determining feasible risk reduction have their foundation in the ANSI voluntary consensus standards recognized by OSHA. The post A Wake-up Message for Employers or An Ounce of Prevention… appeared first on FDRsafety.

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Employment OSHA Feasibility Safety 120

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. The same is true for off-the-job injuries, which ultimately cost employers millions of dollars each year. These injuries occurred off the job.

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OSHA Injury Employment Safety 120

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. The same is true for off-the-job injuries, which ultimately cost employers millions of dollars each year. These injuries occurred off the job.

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OSHA Injury Employment Safety 120

FDR Safety

JANUARY 9, 2018

Most employers recognize that tasks which are routine, repetitive and integral to production qualify for the Minor Servicing Exemption to 29 CFR 1910.147 , Control of Hazardous Energy, commonly referred to as LOTO. It matters not that your procedure meets the test for acceptable risk and that power is essential.

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Feasibility Risk OSHA Commissioning 198

Construction Marketing

APRIL 30, 2018

Unemployment has dropped to below 5%, with positive employment figures showing that the economy added more than 230,000 new jobs in February. Yet we do need to realize that the face of employment has shifted massively. Not least when it comes to the human cost of injuries among their workforce. Human cost….

Accidents 120

Accidents Risk Safety Employment 120

FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

Maybe there was an injury, and you added a guard, but the guard made it difficult or impossible to unjam the equipment or operate the machine. OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States.

Drafting 156

Drafting Feasibility OSHA Risk 156

Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Training your employees on safety measures and equipment.

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Safety Construction Guidelines Employment 172

FDR Safety

JANUARY 6, 2016

OSHA continues to cite employers aggressively, and at the same time is suggesting and frequently mandating certain types of abatement. On several different occasions we have been informed by employers that the OSHA abatement simply does not allow the operation to run efficiently and/or effectively.

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OSHA Agreement Risk Injury 120

FDR Safety

MARCH 4, 2015

In the wake of new injury and illness reporting requirements put into place Jan. 1, OSHA has developed enforcement procedures that could significantly impact employers. Employers with a prior inspection history. Employers with a pending whistleblower complaint. Employers in a cooperative program such as VPP.

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OSHA Inspections Employment Accidents 120

FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

This blog is targeting small employers, especially those involved with sheet metal fabrication. 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.

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OSHA Feasibility Fabrication Risk 149

Construction Junkie

JANUARY 6, 2021

image via OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application web page. By March 2nd, 2021, all non-exempt construction companies must submit their OSHA Form 300A for the year 2020, which is the Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, to OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application (ITA). OSHA began accepting form submissions on January 2.

Injury 61

Injury OSHA Employment Risk 61

FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2015

Employers: If you want to be sure your staffing agency is meeting safety requirements, we can help. Employers are held to the same safety requirements for temporary workers as they are for regular employees, and OSHA is in the midst of an enforcement campaign to make sure employers are following through. Join Our Mailing List.

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OSHA Safety Employment Injury 120

FDR Safety

APRIL 30, 2012

The standard only applies, the bulletin said, when “the unexpected startup, energization, or the release of stored energy could cause injury.”. The problem is that many employers and employees casually use the term “setup” when, in fact, they are performing a tool change that is routine, repetitive and integral to the operation.

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OSHA Employment Risk Injury 120

Construction Marketing

APRIL 5, 2023

Thus, as an employer or construction company entrepreneur, you’re responsible for ensuring the safety of your employees, pedestrians, and motorists whenever you have construction work in progress. Injuries and, in severe cases, permanent disabilities or deaths can happen if there are very few preventative safety measures in place.

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Safety Construction Accidents Security 213

Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

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. Crane accidents can have severe consequences, including injuries, fatalities, property damage, and project delays.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration today issued a proposed rule to improve workplace safety and health through improved tracking of workplace injuries and illnesses. “Three million injuries are three million too many,” said Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Dr. .

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Injury OSHA Employment Safety 48

Construction Enquirer

MAY 21, 2023

Henry Construction Projects Limited has been fined £234,000 after a demolition worker suffered serious injuries after falling from a platform in Kensington in London. He sustained serious injuries to both legs which has left him with ongoing long-term difficulties with movement, basic functions, and ability to work.

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Injury Safety Residential Employment 86

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. my estimate based on 50+ years in industry).

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Safety OSHA Injury Feasibility 136

Safety Services Company

JANUARY 21, 2018

Repetitive strain injuries (RSI) are those which affect nerves, joints, tendons, tendon sheathes, and muscles. Estimates suggest that repetitive motion injuries cost United States businesses over $20 billion just in workers’ compensation alone. Lift heavy objects slowly and smoothly, as jerky movements can cause muscle injuries.

Injury 48

Injury Safety Equipment Inspections 48

Safety Services Company

MARCH 3, 2014

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued its annual inspection plan under the Site-Specific Targeting 2014 * program to direct enforcement resources to workplaces where the highest rates of injuries and illnesses occur.

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OSHA Injury Plans Inspections 48

Lets Build

MAY 12, 2023

Instead, project managers and foremen must find and fix hazards before they cause injury or illness. Establishing simple procedures for reporting injuries, hazards, etc.: Provide awareness education and training A huge part of managing health and safety in construction is education and training for employers, managers, and workers.

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Safety Management Inspections Injury 148

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

Speaking of jobsite safety, ForConstructionPros.com pointed out that construction sites pose many safety hazards like musculoskeletal injuries, slips, falls and vibrating tools and equipment. Contractors Still Manually Collect Data Despite Risks, Costs. Technology-Driven Safety Revolution Making Construction Sites Safer.

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Industrial Safety Construction Infrastructure 173

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. Understanding these risks and knowing how to mitigate them is crucial for anyone involved in construction, whether you’re a contractor, developer, or project manager. Common Construction Liability Issues 1.

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Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

FDR Safety

JANUARY 16, 2020

OSHA Area Offices may add, based on local evidence, manufacturing establishments (regardless of the NAICS codes) to the master list where amputation injuries or fatalities related to machinery and equipment have occurred in the five years preceding the effective date of this Instruction.

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OSHA Inspections Safety Equipment 120

FDR Safety

MARCH 21, 2013

Whether an employee is talking on a cell phone while working, or not wearing his or her personal protective equipment, many workers have placed themselves and others at needless risk to save time or be more comfortable. Safety becomes part of the job and a condition of employment.

Safety 136

Safety Accounting Injury Accidents 136

Construction Marketing

JULY 16, 2021

With strong security measures in place, you can limit access to the worksite outside of business hours to protect workers or anybody from any risks. Failure to give employees required training is one of the factors resulting in an increased number of injuries or accidents on construction sites. Utilize Highly Visible Signage.

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Materials Safety Construction Site 181

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

This eliminates the need for paper records that someone would have to input into an on-premise software system later on, as well as the risk of losing documents or incorrect information being recorded. In some cases, robotics can also prevent repetitive motion injuries, sprains, or strains that are common in traditional construction work.

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Products Software Software Project Management 221

Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. Additionally, employers, owners, and managers need to ensure a safe means to enter and exit trenches on jobsites and must keep materials away from trench edges. . Thu, 07/28/2022 - 12:11.

Safety 98

Safety OSHA Construction Inspections 98

Construction Equipment

APRIL 9, 2014

Workers who work at heights are at risk for serious injury or death if they fall," said David Bates, OSHA''s area director in Oklahoma City. "To To protect these workers, employers must provide fall protection, such as safety harnesses."'

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Tulsa Oklahoma City OSHA Oklahoma 60