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. This is an important decision that all employers should have handy should OSHA attempt to expand its inspection. Former No.

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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. This is an important decision that all employers should have handy should OSHA attempt to expand its inspection. Former No.

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Inspections OSHA Injury Safety 120

Lets Build

MAY 12, 2023

Workers are your most valuable asset, and the best way to protect that asset is by implementing a high-quality health and safety program. The key to better managing health and safety in construction is steering away from the traditional reactive approach (taking action after an incident occurs).

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FDR Safety

MARCH 9, 2023

1, 2019, the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) reversed an OSHA citation issued to Suncor Energy Inc. as the controlling employer for a fall protection violation. The Commission vacated the citations for two primary reasons: Suncor had implemented a robust safety program that met and exceeded OSHA standards.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 18, 2016

But while many longstanding construction techniques are still the best way to do business, one area where construction firms have a responsibility as employers to continually evolve, change and adopt new standards is worker safety. Chuck Taylor. Director of Operations. Tel: 847-233-9200 x712.

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Although advocates for greater federal enforcement often cite that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) would need 129 years to inspect all of the workplaces it regulates, the likelihood of an inspection by OSHA or another agency is a great deal higher for many employers.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 16, 2021

Department of Labor’s (DOL) COVID-19 Workplace Safety Plan to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission to OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHO) during inspections. [2]. OSHA will minimize in-person meetings with employers and encourage employers to provide documents and other data electronically to CSHOs.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 27, 2021

One area of change that will affect thousands, if not millions of employers comes in the form of OSHA regulation and enforcement. Employers should pay attention to several workplace safety initiatives that will likely be implemented early on in the Biden administration. How can employers prepare for Biden’s OSHA?

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Construction Marketing

JULY 16, 2021

Here are some safety tips to consider in handling and storing construction materials: 1. Therefore, you should have the appropriate storage tanks to ensure safety. Before commencing any work, inspect construction equipment, tools, and machinery on the site to verify whether or not they’re safe to use. The Bottom Line.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 12, 2018

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. We’ve seen a rise in OSHA fines and even criminal charges related to safety incidents recently. Compliance management is no small task.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Employers say the change would give union representatives access to nonunion jobsites and create safety liabilities.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 28, 2023

The number of surprise construction site safety visits has fallen to a record low. A freedom of information request made by the Unite union discovered that the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) undertook only 7,647 unannounced inspections in 2022/23 – a 2% decline on the previous year when there were 7,793 inspections.

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FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

Why wait for an OSHA inspection to occur before taking action? 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. Former No.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 21, 2013

This article will take a comprehensive look at addressing this problem along with the culture of safety, and examines the philosophy, accountability and structure needed to develop a successful safety program. First thoughts about safety. Many companies establish safety as a “No. Many companies establish safety as a “No.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 4, 2013

What appears to be a new OSHA practice of using a company’s voluntary safety and health audit as a guide to identifying possible hazards to focus on in an inspection should prompt employers to review their procedures for these audits. Thorne of Arent Fox describes what happened in the case of Secretary of Labor v.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 4, 2015

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. Safety program failure such as lockout/tagout. Employers with a prior inspection history.

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Construction Junkie

AUGUST 13, 2020

courtesy of Construction Safety Week. OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week is currently underway and, if you’re like me and you missed it, there are 2 more upcoming safety awareness weeks that you can get your company involved with. Suggested activities include holding toolbox talks, performing PPE inspections, and developing rescue plans.

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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.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

OSHA is launching what it calls a “surge” of planned inspections of manufacturers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas focused on amputation hazards. In a press release, OSHA said that amputations most frequently occur during the operation of machinery without adequate safety guards.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Each year OSHA conducts around 50,000 workplace inspections. These investigations are typically triggered by an accident at the workplace, an employee complaint or an OSHA initiated industry specific safety blitz. This material will help define the focus on an inspection, so the representative can appropriately guide the inspector.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 1, 2022

Safety is foundational to construction. Even with all the focus put on budgets, timelines, and processes, safety still comes first. After all, safety can affect all these aspects of a construction project, and more. 10 Winning Strategies to Enhance Construction Safety. 10 Winning Strategies to Enhance Construction Safety.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites. Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). OSHA is making trenching and excavation safety its No.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 9, 2013

There has been concern in recent years that OSHA’s support has waned for the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, known as SHARP, which rewards companies with strong safety programs. The rule would also have reduced the deletion period for programmed inspections of SHARP sites.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 27, 2012

OSHA’s recent warning about safety incentive programs is just one part of a larger effort by the agency to strengthen whistleblower rights. In June 2012, OSHA found the Norfolk Southern Railway in violation of similar anti-retaliation provisions in the federal Railroad Safety Act when it terminated three employees who reported injuries.

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FDR Safety

MAY 10, 2013

Non-union employees can select anyone, including representatives of a union, to accompany an OSHA compliance officer during an inspection of their worksite, according to a recent interpretation letter issued by OSHA. As noted in an article by the Constangy Brooks & Smith law firm, the letter is provoking a backlash from employers.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators. A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. It also helps minimize accidents and uphold professionalism within the construction industry.

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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. USPS faces $111K in fines after OSHA inspection again finds hazards at Maryland facility. 3M recalls fall prevention device over safety concerns.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 23, 2019

EHS Today reports that The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is stepping up the use of drones to inspect worksites. OSHA reportedly used drones with cameras to conduct nine inspections of employer facilities in 2018, along with an additional nine in 2019. The group has…

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 29, 2016

One of the most significant OSHA actions of 2016 was issuing guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs. OSHA threw a curve ball to employers with its recent guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs, leaving companies wondering how to respond. By Andrew Kaake.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 14, 2022

Construction safety is essential for a project to go smoothly and, more importantly, get crews home safe. Good construction safety software can make a significant difference in the level of safety at your construction site. What is Construction Safety Management Software? .

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

. General industry employers are under a short timeline to revise their fall protection practices now that OSHA has issued its long-awaited updated final rule on the subject. One big change is in fall protection systems, where employers may now choose from a range of options, including safety nets and personal fall protection systems.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2020

OSHA Construction Safety Inspections Fall 84% During Pandemic . In the first week of March, OSHA conducted about 395 construction inspections. In the first week of March, OSHA conducted about 395 construction inspections. The number of inspections at construction sites dropped to about 65 during the week of April 26.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months. Understanding and mitigating these risks is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of you and your team if you’re working in such environments. It can lead to unconsciousness and death.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Now administrators have to factor in an additional pressure: OSHA has recently stated that it has jurisdiction to pursue hospitals that do not meet safety standards for infection control and points to CDC guidelines as the “authoritative source of information” on how to protect workers who could have contact with Ebola patients.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 30, 2018

Even if you’re busy, we recommend taking a look at this month’s top headlines in construction news, especially since some pertain to seasonal safety and the industry’s labor market. OSHA to Employers: Consider Screening Workers for Heat Stress When Index Hits 85 Degrees. Need a Quick Inspection of a 58-Story Tower? Send a Drone.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

OSHA offers a three-step guide for employers to address fall protection: · Plan projects to ensure that the job is done safely. OSHA offers numerous materials and resources that employers can use during toolbox talks to train workers on safe practices to avoid falls in construction.

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Construction Equipment

DECEMBER 3, 2014

Tressi Cordaro of the workplace safety and health practice of the Jackson Lewis law firm in the Washington, D.C., area shared tips with safetyBLR.com to help employers undergo successful OSHA inspections. Cordaro also notes that citations typically are issued six months after a violation occurs.'

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