FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

Mock OSHA Audits can be the most important piece to creating a safer work environment for your employees. Ensure compliance with regulations. From a business perspective, Mock OSHA Audits give your company much-needed insight into how “up-to-code” you currently are with OSHA regulations. Show Management support for safety.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

Conduct that results in the unintentional (incidental) injury or death of migratory birds is not prohibited under the act. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed a rule clarifying that the scope of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act only extends to conduct intentionally injuring birds. The proposed rule and notice of intent are now available.

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Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

Ensuring occupational health and safety (OHS) in construction is paramount to protecting workers from hazards and creating a safe working environment. This article explores key strategies, regulations, and technologies that contribute to improving OHS practices in the construction industry. Key Strategies for Enhancing OHS 1.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2024

A safe work environment is a cornerstone of successful projects, ensuring every team member can perform at their best without the looming threat of injury or accident. Update your safety training materials frequently to reflect the latest safety regulations and industry standards. Involve employees from different departments.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 9, 2024

” According to OSHA , the top 4 contributors to workplace injuries and fatalities are: Falls Struck-By Caught-By/In-Between Electrocution According to a 2022 Bureau of Labor Statistics report on Fatal Occupational Injuries, exposure to electricity accounted for 7% of workplace fatalities.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 5, 2020

This is much more than the currently proposed amendments to state constitutions, across the country, seeking to establish that every “person” has the right to a certain clean and healthy environment. Damages are the cost of restoring the ecosystem to its status previous to the acts that caused the injury.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 24, 2024

In the construction industry, safety is paramount, given the inherent risks that can lead to serious injuries and fatalities. Safety Leadership and Workplace Safety: Contractor Insights This conference was designed to provide contractors with the knowledge, strategies, and tools needed to create a safer work environment for employees.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 19, 2018

Fines & OSHA Regulations. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of Fines vs. OSHA Regulations. OSHA regulations require all companies to develop a written Hazard Communication Program and train their workers on the aspects the program covers. Fulfills OSHA regulations.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 21, 2017

On August 1, 2017, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) launched its Injury Tracking Application (ITA), which allows employers to begin observing compliance with this year’s new electronic reporting requirements. Through the ITA, employers can submit necessary injury and illness records from their 2016 OSHA Form 300A.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 15, 2019

Marijuana Regulation at Work. Understandably, marijuana regulation at work has been a topic of much discussion in the media and at the state and federal regulatory levels over the past few years. State and Federal Usage Regulations.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

However, the industry is exposed to many risks that can significantly impair operations, the environment, and the safety of people. Consequently, risk management is crucial to identify and mitigate damages while guaranteeing the safety of workers, the general public, and the environment.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Answer: Each year, contractors must complete an annual update to remain compliant with safety regulations and qualified to perform work. 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.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

In the fast-paced world of contractor safety and compliance, staying ahead of safety regulations and maintaining a secure work environment is paramount. Equip your team with the knowledge to protect their environments both at work and at home. February: American Heart Month Heart health is central to overall well-being.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 30, 2016

Yet the consequences of not doing so can be enormous – injuries or fatalities in the workplace, OSHA fines and/or third-party lawsuits, and severe damage to the reputation of the small business that the owner worked so hard to build. ” In addition, OSHA compliance requires them to do so. Check out videos of the project here.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 14, 2014

OSHA forklift regulations explain the training required in 1910.178(l). Other applicable OHSA regulations include: The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

The first thing to know is that the General Duty clause is not an OSHA regulation. These general duty provisions can be used by OSHA to issue a violation, but only where there is no OSHA regulation that applies to the particular hazard and the employer has its own employees exposed to the alleged hazard. From our blog.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. The layers of OSHA regulation that protect workers focus on proper use and installation of safety systems, supervision, safe work procedures, maintenance and more. Scaffolding.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

Raising the bar and evidence-based design goals Evidence-Based Design (EBD) in the built environment involves making product and design decisions based on credible research to achieve optimal outcomes. It also puts a facility’s nursing staff at risk for musculoskeletal injuries, emotional disorders, and job burnout.

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Lets Build

JUNE 6, 2017

Risks Connected to the Natural Environment. Every country, or even city in some cases, has a different environment and its own natural phenomena. In that sense, it’s imperative that you have done your best in order to minimize the possibility of an injury on site. Find Here: Construction Disputes: What You Need To Know.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

However, the post- COVID-19 environment brings new challenges, worries, and concerns for workers. . As a result of a reduced workforce, there is an increased risk that construction workers will be tasked with completing projects without the necessary support, with high potential for injury.

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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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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

To help ensure employers are following standards developed to mitigate the risk of fall and limit the risk of injury when a fall does occur California formed the RCWG. The RCWG is an arm of the Labor Enforcement Task Force (LETF), a multi-agency effort to combat the underground economy and improve the state’s business environment.

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Digger Blog

MARCH 2, 2013

tonne class that offer full-flush compaction on the right and on the left, double traction at front and rear, and double vibration at front and rear – saving time, cost, energy, transportation, labour and the environment,” claims managing director Robert Brown. . “Ammann manufactures the only tandem rollers in the 1- to 2.5-tonne

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 15, 2023

A sixth man suffered serious leg injuries, while another was fortunate enough to have just stepped outside the bay before the wall came down. These five men were placed into a working environment that was fundamentally unsafe. Health and safety regulations save lives. They went to work to earn a wage; that cost them their lives.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

Compliance/Regulations. I am thankful that I did not sustain a life threatening injury, but I could have. This includes keeping up to date on all new OSHA regulations, having properly working equipment that is regularly maintained and inspected, and enrolling in safety courses that focus on creating a safer environment on the job.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Organizations that provide leadership and commitment to collaborative environments are rare. Common data environment (glossary of terms and definitions, locally researched detailed unit price cost data). Partnering in a unit price environment. management of knowledge in project environments. Shared vision. Badenfelt, U.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 4, 2022

Because construction would be more programmable and automated, worker injuries and fatalities would likely decrease if 3D printing was incorporated onto the jobsite. Regulations. One drawback that might not immediately come to mind is the regulation of 3D printing. Reduce human error. Quality control.

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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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Contractor Connection

JUNE 22, 2017

It means that a job is done right, and it also helps prevent injuries and property damage. He understands OSHA regulations, so he and his crew will maintain a safe work environment that doesn’t damage your home. #5: A contractor knows the local and international code, and will obtain the right permits for the job.

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Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Safety and Workplace Injuries One of the most pressing concerns in construction is the risk of workplace injuries. Employers are legally required to ensure a safe working environment, and failure to do so can result in significant liability.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 8, 2022

The role of the environment in disease transmission through contaminated surfaces or contaminated air is well established as a matter of general principle, beginning with the father of modern surgery, Joseph Lister (“It is not the air, it is something in the air”). Each of these methods are impactful.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you. Experiencing injuries as a result of falling items or debris. Protects you from head injuries. Workplace injuries can happen- Injury risk is substantially increased by poor PPE compliance. It can result in the following things-.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Starting from working with heavy machineries to carrying heavy loads to working at heights to working with temporary structures, construction sites pose a serious threat of accidents and injuries to the workers! that are required to be worn in the construction sites for saving you from injuries ad hazards. So, let’s get started!

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 11, 2021

Before you can start to build a stronger safety culture for your workplace, it may be helpful to first understand some of the characteristics of an effective safety environment. An effective training program can reduce the number of accidents and work-related injuries. Safety Meetings.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

To select the best pair of work boots, it’s important to consider your work environment so that you get the features necessary for your specific profession.  A Risk of Foot Injury. Slippery surfaces are one of the foremost reasons for injuries at construction sites. Construction sites are hazardous. Absolutely!

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Lets Build

MAY 19, 2023

By disseminating this information clearly and consistently, the construction team can maintain a safe working environment and adhere to legal and regulatory standards. This helps to mitigate potential risks and liabilities, safeguarding the well-being of workers and minimising the likelihood of accidents or injuries.

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