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4 Most Common Workplace Injuries

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According to the National Safety Council, 12,900 work-related injuries happen every day in the United States. From severe back pain to broken bones, workers across different industries and occupations can become susceptible to a wide range of injuries. 30% of lost-time injury claims come from slips, trips, and falls.

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5 Design Considerations When Building In Harsh Environments

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After all, no amount of high-grade construction can stand the test of time if it doesn’t survive its environment. Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. When designing military shelter systems , the material choice becomes even more critical.

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5 Safety Precautions For Multi-Level Construction Sites

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These challenges include using dangerous tools and poisonous chemicals and being around unsafe working environments. They can lead to accidents or injuries. Some construction injuries happen because of ignorance or lack of knowledge among your workers. Dispose Of Unwanted Construction Materials On Time.

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How to Choose Cut-Resistant Gloves

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How to Choose Cut-Resistant Gloves Choosing the right gloves that protects workers’ hands from sharp objects without inhibiting their performance mhodges Thu, 02/23/2023 - 13:53 Over a third of workplace hand injuries involve cuts and often occur because workers are wearing the wrong hand protection — or worse, no hand protection.

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7 Key Precautions To Ensure Loading Dock Safety

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With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock. Additionally, many of the hazards in the docks can be prevented by simply using code-compliant fixtures and materials. Final Thoughts.

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11 Advantages Of Fabric Buildings

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Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. They’re designed with lightweight materials, unlike permanent buildings that are normally composed of steel, bricks, lumber or other materials. They’re made of a material that’s resistant to corrosion. They’re Cost-Effective.

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Bird Friendly Building now the Law in Howard County

Green Building Law Update

And interestingly, New York City passed a building code amendment last year requiring effective December 2020 the lowest 75 feet of new buildings to incorporate “avian-friendly materials” (. But there is no authoritative nationwide repository of bird casualties or injuries, so estimating the scope of this is difficult.