Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 7, 2017

When one side of the world is focusing on heat safety, the other is ramping up for cold weather worker exposure. 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.

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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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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Employers, workers and safety officials aren’t often on the same page about appropriate head protection, a new study finds.

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FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

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. There is no such thing as being absolutely safe, or in other words, a complete absence of risk. All machinery contains hazards, and some level of residual risk.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 24, 2016

OSHA has stepped up its attention to temporary worker safety, and as two recent cases show, enforcement actions can be taking against both the employer and the staffing agency that provides the workers. OSHA has made it clear that staffing agencies and host employers are jointly responsible for temporary worker safety.

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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. Major injuries are more common with 1913 being reported to employers during 2012/2013. Major Injuries. Over Seven Day Injuries.

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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. Effective safety and health measures must be integrated within the planning stages of these projects and strictly enforced until completion. Management of Change.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 7, 2014

A compliance officer for the state Division of Occupational Safety and Health cited G4S, the company that employed the guard, for failing to require the use of necessary personal protective equipment, namely body armor. Among the reasons: G4S had reduced the risk of injury to bank guards by training them to avoid engaging with criminals.

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HardHatChat

MAY 24, 2016

Construction worker safety is a priority for Englewood Construction. Like most successful construction firms, Englewood Construction makes construction worker safety a top priority. The EC team in action at the American Girl Place in the Mall of America. I was more than happy to weigh in. Chuck Taylor. Director of Operations.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

This article presents a narrow slice of history as known by Mike Taubitz, beginning with employment at General Motors (GM). It chronicles the foundations and evolution that brought those engaged in the practice of engineering and safety to the current state of PTD in one company. Download The Article Here .

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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. 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.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The difference lies in how each prioritizes safety and compliance. Rigorous oversight, extensive use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and investment in safety and compliance training drive Bob’s profits well above industry averages. Your safety and compliance track record. Here’s where things change.

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Constructonomics

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Building safety is at the forefront of the minds of every building contractor, site manager, architect, designer and building owner from a project’s start to completion. Under The Fire Safety Order for England and Wales (full details of which can be found of the Gov.uk Immediate Legal Compliance.

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FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

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. There is no such thing as being absolutely safe, or in other words, a complete absence of risk. All machinery contains hazards, and some level of residual risk.

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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

JULY 25, 2018

Our risk assessment methods and means of determining feasible risk reduction have their foundation in the ANSI voluntary consensus standards recognized by OSHA. Call me… A few minutes of discussion could possibly improve your safety program and LOTO procedures. 2 at OSHA, former VP of Safety and Health at AK Steel.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 31, 2018

The OSH Act requires that employers “shall furnish to each of their employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to their employees.” Risk assessment forms, manuals and slides. Training materials.

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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. Jobsite Safety. Jobsite Safety. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 10:44. Labor + Trade Relations.

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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. The good news is that Task Based Risk Assessment offers a viable methodology for deciding what to do. The post Are Your Safety Policies Asking for Trouble? Contact me if you have question.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 26, 2020

These guidelines should also meet the state executive orders associated with health and safety in the workplace. As an employer, your COVID-19 preparedness plan must describe how you propose to do the following: Implement policies and procedures to help identify sick workers and ensure workers stay at home, if sick.

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BD+C

APRIL 8, 2019

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

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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. Safety is a serious business, and firms need to treat it as such. and stock cost too. Maintenance is key.

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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. As an employer, you should ensure that your construction site offers maximum safety and security standards to its workers. Training your employees on safety measures and equipment.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Every worker participating in a National Safety Council survey reported at least one risk factor for fatigue, which 71% of employers said hampers productivity.

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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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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 30, 2018

We’ve seen topics like technology, the labor shortage and safety in the headlines all year long, and this month is no exception. The benefits of automation may be significant: increased safety on jobsites, reduced labor costs, increased operational efficiency, greater productivity.

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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. Certifications protect construction companies and employers when they hire certified crane operators.

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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

MARCH 11, 2015

Temporary worker safety – Are you vulnerable? Employers: If you want to be sure your staffing agency is meeting safety requirements, we can help. Temporary worker safety – Are you vulnerable? Join Our Mailing List. By Jim Stanley. President, FDRsafety. Another potentially tricky area is OSHA-required recordkeeping.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months.

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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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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

This month, we’ve seen a number of stories related to safety on the jobsite, including information about silica and asbestos. Yet we’ve also seen practical insights into how construction technology can improve worker safety. OSHA and State Safety Agencies Write More Than 100 Silica Citations in 6 Months.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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. If we had a database of near-miss incidents for tasks where hazards could result in serious or fatal injury, we would likely do a better job of addressing those risks proactively.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 5, 2018

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. If we had a database of near-miss incidents for tasks where hazards could result in serious or fatal injury, we would likely do a better job of addressing those risks proactively.

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Construction Junkie

AUGUST 25, 2020

The Construction Industry Safety Alliance (CISC), has recently updated their COVID-19 Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Plan for Construction. The purpose of the resource guide is “to outline the steps that every employer and employee can take to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19,” the guide states.

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