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. Ovidiu Dobra was working for Henry Construction Projects Limited at a building site on Kensington High Street when the incident happened on 2 March 2021.

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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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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 24, 2018

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. If the employer believes that employee conduct could have directly led to an incident or injury, they should test all employees involved, not just those who reported injuries.

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Constructonomics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Whilst the UK construction industry continues to see growth month on month, it still remains a potentially dangerous industry to be a part of, with the risk of injury apparent every day. In 2012/13, there were 39 fatal injuries to workers within the construction industry. Major Injuries. Over Seven Day Injuries.

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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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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 19, 2012

A serious violation is one in which there is substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result and that the employer knew, or should have known, of the hazard. A willful violation is one committed with either an intentional disregard of, or plain indifference to, OSHA regulations. Court of Appeals, D.C.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 23, 2019

Heading into 2019, one of the most interesting (and concerning to some) technology that we will be seeing on construction sites might not be on site, but above it. It also says that employers do not have to allow access to the drone portion of any inspection. If it isn’t mandatory, should you allow drone use? Learn more here.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 16, 2021

If you’re running a construction business, you’ll need to learn how to properly store and manage different materials on construction sites. One way to have highly efficient operations on your construction site is to have the proper handling tools. Ensure Proper Site Security . Select A Storage Area Carefully.

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Construction Equipment

JANUARY 27, 2015

In July 2014, a Delaware high school student suffered a head injury after a one-story fall off an unguarded balcony at a construction site. The young man was hurt while removing construction debris from an unguarded balcony at a new, multifamily site as a cooperative education student employed by Reybold Homes Inc.

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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. An on-site inspection will be automatic. Category 2 incidents may result in an on-site inspection at the discretion of the Area Director.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

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. So, putting aside the legal safety requirements that need to be complied with, you’ll also have to consider those risks that are unique to your site.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 15, 2022

Both the employee and the employer must take all necessary precautions to prevent or safeguard people from occupational hazards or accidents and in such a situation safety gear does play a crucial role. One of the most common cause of workplace injuries is rolling or falling objects. What are metatarsal guards and what do they do? .

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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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FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

According to OSHA, it is estimated that employers pay an estimated $1 billion PER WEEK in direct costs resulting from workplace illness or injury. If more injuries are prevented, the price of direct costs will drop. If more injuries are prevented, the price of direct costs will drop. Indirect Costs.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 27, 2017

” Much of the news there is about training and cooperative efforts with employers. Reports of amputations lead to improved workplace safety through employer settlements. Record number of Michigan employers “Take a Stand” for workplace safety and health. Contrast that with the current “Quick Takes.”

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

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. . The risk of injury or death,” she says, “is just too high.”. Construction Site Fall Protection Made Simple. Keep all equipment away from the excavation site.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Here are some key aspects of Annual Updates to note for contractor safety and compliance: Purpose – To review changes to safety laws, regulations, and site requirements yearly. Question: I Needed to Report Injuries on My OSHA Logs. Answer: Keep in mind that injuries and incidents will affect your safety status.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 27, 2012

The training requirements for OSHA’s approved 10 and 30 hour safety courses – used by thousands of employers in construction and general industry – have been revised to mandate more instruction on the exercise of employee rights in the workplace, including step-by-step instructions for filing an OSHA complaint. • How to respond.

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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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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

In addition, another survey of 718 women was carried out by The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) and Safe Site Check In , a safety reporting application. 41% of respondents to the NAWIC survey ranked their employers below 80 for equal treatment of men and women on a scale of 1-100.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

That’s how we prevent injury, downtime and delays. If we can prevent injuries and incidents on a job site, you’re going to have a happy owner and a successful project delivered on time and under budget.” Not only is safety good for business, but it’s the right thing to do for the company and for people.

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Work Gearz

MAY 28, 2021

There are certain gears which help in reducing workplace injuries. The hat saves you from head trauma due to contact with falling objects, electrical shock or burns and injuries due to striking low overhead objects. Electricians encounter a lot of hazards while working at the job site. Hard hats are one of those.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Much will depend on the kind of construction company you are working for, and consequentially, the types of hazards you will face and if your employer has specific requirements.  Whatever you do, don’t arrive the first day at a site in a new pair of work boots.   Dressy or not? Comfort is no less important.

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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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FDR Safety

APRIL 9, 2013

Expanding criminal liability to make willful violations causing death or serious bodily injury a felony rather than a misdemeanor. Create new liabilities for “site-controlling” employers at multi-employer worksites. However, if passed, the PAWA will significantly alter the OSHA landscape for public and private employers.

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Work Gearz

APRIL 28, 2022

These internal met guards offer the same amount of protection as external met guards in cases of sudden impact injury. This is especially true if part of your work takes place off-site in an office or meetings with clients. Metatarsal Injury Fractures. Pain and swelling are conditions that appear with this type of injury.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 4, 2014

In April 2010, OSHA released a memorandum requiring all employers to offer OSHA training in a language that all employees understand. The new rules require OSHA compliance officers to monitor the effectiveness of on-site training for non-English speakers. In other words, do the workers really understand? Think beyond Spanish.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 22, 2020

For instance, in the last few months they are using their On-Site Consultation Team to visit businesses to inspect masks, safety glasses and other PPE to assist frontline workers. It appears OSHA may not be just waiting to be called due to a workplace complaint. They are aggressively looking for unhealthy workplaces and practices.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Moving heavy structures on a construction site requires careful planning and sometimes specialized lifting equipment for assistance. Building regulations make it necessary for commercial buildings to adhere to safety guidelines like installing stair railings to prevent fall injuries. Concrete Is Heavy.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

The designated representative can then supervise and monitor the inspection by telephone, giving instructions to the back-up until he or she arrives on site. As to required documents, you are required to produce, as examples, your official injury and illness logs (OSHA 300, 301, 300A) or a Hazard Communication Program.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

When a subcontractor is uninsured, the business can still be liable for any property damage or injury to others. If your business is found to have caused an injury or accident, the other party will seek damages. Liability coverage is also a part of business auto policies if you collide with another vehicle and injuries occur.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Fall Protection is not something that should be taken lightly by any company because the consequences of a breach in policy can result in death or serious injury to workers engaging in work at heights. Fall Protection encompasses all categories that define controls used to prevent injuries resulting from a fall. OSHA Regulations.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Fall Protection is not something that should be taken lightly by any company because the consequences of a breach in policy can result in death or serious injury to workers engaging in work at heights. Fall Protection encompasses all categories that define controls used to prevent injuries resulting from a fall. OSHA Regulations.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 5, 2017

Excessive heat can cause heatstroke or heat exhaustion, and just being overheated makes workers more susceptible to accidents or injuries. As an employer, you’re responsible and required to protect your employees from safety hazards — extreme temperatures and weather included.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

Court decisions have made it increasingly clear that employers share responsibility for the actions of contractors when it comes to safety on a worksite, but making sure that contractors follow through can be challenging. Here are some tips to protect both the workers on your site and your company: Before any work is done.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

A Risk of Foot Injury. Construction sites are hazardous. Heavy materials and equipment, power tools, and more are all common to construction sites. Slippery surfaces are one of the foremost reasons for injuries at construction sites. When looking for safety features, keep these needs in mind: 1.

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