Lets Build

JULY 24, 2017

However, construction projects aren’t just about managing surveyors, builders, and foremen; there is also a staggering amount of equipment to procure, distribute, and maintain on the regular. The construction equipment market is projected to amount to 192 billion USD in 2017! billion USD in labor!

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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. Repairs Are Problematic.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

The risk of injury or death,” she says, “is just too high.”. General guidelines to prevent trenches from collapsing due to extra weight include: Transfer construction materials so they are at least 2 feet away from the trench edge. Keep all equipment away from the excavation site. Trench Safety Guidelines to Protect Workers.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Confined spaces pose serious risks such as entrapment, exposure to noxious fumes, physical injury, and suffocation due to lack of airflow. Because of these very real scenarios, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set very strict guidelines for employers and employees regarding working in a confined space.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Confined spaces pose serious risks such as entrapment, exposure to noxious fumes, physical injury, and suffocation due to lack of airflow. Because of these very real scenarios, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set very strict guidelines for employers and employees regarding working in a confined space.

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Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

Understanding Occupational Health and Safety in Construction Occupational health and safety in construction encompass measures to prevent accidents, injuries, and illnesses among workers. This article explores key strategies, regulations, and technologies that contribute to improving OHS practices in the construction industry.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 12, 2023

of budgets are spent on injury while only 2.6% Failure to invest in training puts your teams and organization at risk of injury and loss. How to Sufficiently Train Employees Investing more in safety training doesn’t only ensure prequalification but has sizable impacts on lowering the risk of onsite injury. on training.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

Regarding ladder safety , it’s important to review selecting the right ladder, proper set up, precautions and emergency guidelines. Most fall and ladder accidents are preventable when following OSHA guidelines. With the appropriate training, your employees are equipped to use safe work practices. Scaffolding.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2013

For too many, watching a safety video without interactivity results in little retention of the information but physically adjusting and trying on personal protective equipment gives employees the chance to practice skills in a risk-free environment and actuate their training. Training should be ongoing and residual. Engineering Controls.

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Work Gearz

MAY 29, 2022

This means they have to work with all kinds of tools, objects, equipment, etc. Such a job involves risks that can lead to severe injuries. The former type of mechanic works with large machines and equipment, whereas, the latter type of mechanic works with small machines, equipment, and items. Electrical hazard protection.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 29, 2018

PPE means “personal protective equipment.” Musculoskeletal: Back belts, joint braces, and other devices designed to prevent overexertion-type injuries. In a hazardous environment or operation, the right application and use of PPE will reduce injuries or exposure in the workplace. Guidelines. What is PPE?

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2021

It helps reduce the number of accidents and injuries in the workplace. And while there are general guidelines and minimum requirements for what each class must include, trainers are allowed to tailor the topics based on the specific needs of their audience. It sets the tone for a positive safety culture among your employees.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 31, 2021

Hard hats are designed to protect your head from concussions, cuts and bruises and in fact severe traumatic injuries which can occur as a result of falling objects and electrical shocks. In this article, we’ll look at the significance of hard hats, their requirements along with the guidelines of their use. OSHA standards for hard hats.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 21, 2018

Most injuries on the jobsite happen because people aren’t using safe work practices. When everyone recognizes and corrects hazards, accidents are prevented, illnesses and injuries are avoided, and lives saved. Using the right fall protection equipment to prevent falls or protect you if you do fall. Down Stairs. Stacked Material.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 21, 2018

Most injuries on the jobsite happen because people aren’t using safe work practices. When everyone recognizes and corrects hazards, accidents are prevented, illnesses and injuries are avoided, and lives saved. Using the right fall protection equipment to prevent falls or protect you if you do fall. Down Stairs. Stacked Material.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Hazardous conditions can have both short-term and long-term financial consequences along with the possibility of work-related illness or injury. . Establishing and enforcing these guidelines as part of your daily operations can significantly reduce the number of falls on the job. . Getting caught in or between. Struck-by accidents.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. In addition to the procedure(s) outlined in this standard, the equipment manufacturer’s recommended maintenance procedure(s) and/or instruction(s) shall be strictly adhered. Tool Group A. Lubricants.

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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. To save their head from injury, use of a hard hat becomes essential. Hard hats are one of those. Conclusion.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

When thinking about safety you should consider: Are you using the appropriate personal protective equipment for the job? Is there a plan in place on how to avoid injury, and are there first aid procedures in case of injury. Personal protective equipment training. Equipment and power tool guarding policy.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

On construction sites, hard hats are the greatest way to protect yourself against serious, life-altering injury or death. And these are enough reasons why you need a protective gear on your head to avoid fatal injuries. These guidelines include standards from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). According to OSHA.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 14, 2018

The best Corporate Wellness Program we can recommend is an Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Preventing work related injuries and illnesses must be given precedence over operating productivity, whenever necessary. Implementing Injury & Illness Prevention Programs (IIPPs). Thinking About Safety.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 14, 2018

The best Corporate Wellness Program we can recommend is an Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Preventing work related injuries and illnesses must be given precedence over operating productivity, whenever necessary. Implementing Injury & Illness Prevention Programs (IIPPs). Thinking About Safety.

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Work Gearz

JULY 7, 2020

Construction sites pose a major threat for the workers, be it small injuries or be fatal ones. Each helmet belonging to a particular color is designed to protect your head from a particular type of injury. It protects the head from injuries against sharp objects. Green: For safety or first aid equipments handling.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 19, 2020

A diabetic patient is always advised by doctors to wear protective footwear because diabetics are prone to catch ailments from foot injuries which can be even fatal. The OSHA safety guidelines require every employee working under hazardous conditions to wear safety shoes in order to prevent the chances of foot injuries.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 25, 2017

Take an active role in safety meetings, ensure equipment repairs or replacements are turned around quickly, post necessary safety information in conspicuous places, and make it clear that your door is always open to discuss safety concerns. Invest In Quality Tools & Equipment. The same goes for building your safety culture.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 26, 2024

Startling data from OSHA states that burn-related injuries make up 5% of fatalities in construction sites. Cooking On Site According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking equipment is one of the leading causes of fire-related incidents on sites, making up 27% of construction fires.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 7, 2021

In many jobs, wearing PPE (personal protective equipment) is a crucial aspect of remaining safe, and it is extremely important for both companies and individual workers. Some employees forget to put on PPE, while others refuse to put it on or, in the worst-case scenario, refuse to put on PPE or a certain type of personal protective equipment.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Several others sustained injuries from the incident. Jones’ death sparked an outcry last year for stricter guidelines for safety on film sets, as hundreds of members of Hollywood’s film crew community came together to hold a candlelight vigil in her remembrance.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

Reduce slips, trips, and falls One-third of all patients fall more than once during hospitalization, with 25 to 50 percent of fallers suffering injuries. These solutions must also comply with all local, state, and federal safety guidelines. 9 Managing the acoustic needs of spaces is deeply important. Withstand rolling loads.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

In the case of catastrophic accidents, including fatalities or accidents resulting in multiple serious injuries, special care must be taken when it comes to the designation of company representatives. Discuss any safety issues that may be encountered during the inspection, including personal protective equipment required by your company.

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Work Gearz

JULY 10, 2020

According to Janice Comer Bradley, CSP, ISEA’s technical director: “Low-visibility hazards are an even greater risk where there are complex backgrounds, as found in many occupations such as working on foot in close proximity to construction equipment and vehicle roadway traffic. This amounts to 48% of the total workers.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 19, 2018

Being aware of potential hazards, as well as knowing how to control them, is critical to maintaining a safe and healthful work environment and preventing injuries. Most head injuries are caused by flying or falling objects, or by bumping your head against something. Equipment grounding conductors must be electrically continuous.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 12, 2018

A contract - employee injury-and-illness log, covering contractors’ work in process areas, will be maintained. Written procedures must be in place to ensure process equipment works properly and receives periodic maintenance. Look for documentation of each inspection and test performed on process equipment. SDS Guidelines.

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

OSHA averages more than 30,000 inspections annually , including many unscheduled visits arising from employee complaints or injuries. OSHA Standard 1926.1053 sets load limits, clearance guidelines, and other safety requirements for ladders on a jobsite. OSHA standards for construction. Ladders – 2,096 violations. OSHA standard 1926.20

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 30, 2021

A hard hat is there to do a job and that is to protect a worker from falling debris, accidents with tools or machinery, injury from impact, or electrical shock accidents. Does wearing a hard hat backwards violate OSHA Guidelines ? Equipped with Fast-Trac III ratchet-style suspension for easy fast size adjustment and all day comfort.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 10, 2018

Preventing work related injuries and illnesses should be given precedence over operating productivity, whenever necessary. Wearing PPE always when working in areas where there is a possible danger of injury. Reporting ALL injuries, no matter how slight, immediately and seeking treatment promptly. Establishing Safety Programs.

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Fieldwire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Bureau of Labor Statistics , there were 5,190 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2021. Out of the total, 1,523 deaths were observed in the transportation and material moving occupations, and the construction and extraction occupations observed the second highest number of fatal work injuries with 951 total.

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