FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

There are good safety signs, bad safety signs and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety sign” is shown to the right. Other signs suggest that the property owner or organization believes the caution provides some degree of indemnification in the event of an 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. Contractors and hiring clients alike prioritize safety leadership , seeking partners who excel in safety and compliance, surpassing basic OSHA standards.

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PC Construction

MAY 1, 2023

One of the best tools to combat safety risks associated with a change is to bring the team together to analyze the impact. This simple tool reinforces the importance of reevaluating work tasks as conditions change and promotes a team-based safety culture. We are excited to again be part of Construction Safety Week.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

There is good safety signage, bad safety signage and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety signage” is shown to the right. Other signs suggest that the property owner or organization believes the caution provides some degree of indemnification in the event of an injury.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2024

In today’s fast-paced contracting industry, contractor workplace safety is not just a priority—it’s a commitment. Participating in OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week offers numerous benefits that extend beyond safety and compliance. Cultivating a culture of security and efficiency starts with these safety measures.

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FDR Safety

JULY 2, 2018

While the excitement surrounding the annual holiday is almost palpable, so are the risks associated with its activities. Although firing up the grill is a staple of 4th of July celebrations, make sure it is more than 10 feet away from houses, trees, decorations, and any other fire risk. When Grilling & BBQing… 1.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

Most recently, a chemistry professor pleaded not guilty to three counts of willful violation of an occupational safety and health standard. But while the case is important, it is the bigger picture of safety on college campuses that truly demands action. That event caused me to dig into the bigger picture.

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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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Construction Junkie

MAY 25, 2021

With intelligent, scalable, and effective security services, you can minimize risk and keep your assets secure. However, safety risks are far from the only threat that construction sites are exposed to. Be aware of the risks The first step to creating a safer job site is to understand what risks are present.

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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

DECEMBER 11, 2020

This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations. It is written as a series for those who are new to safety or have an expanded role within safety.

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Occupational safety and health professionals can learn how to effectively assess and manage the risks their organizations face by attending SafetyFOCUS: Risk Assessment and Management, a two-day virtual event offered by the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP). The sessions on Oct.

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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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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 25, 2022

There are a couple big events in Chicago in August. To see what else is coming up in 2022-23, check out our list of top construction events for the year. Featured Construction Events. August 2022 Construction Events. Both of which focus heavily on construction technology. Autodesk University (New Orleans, LA).

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 25, 2018

Accurate, real-time project information is essential to identifying jobs that are at risk for profit fade, not to mention to remain competitive in the construction industry. Mitigating the Risks of Quality and Safety. Building an Information Bridge Between Field and Office. Not a project manager or operations professional?

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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. Our 2025 Safety Calendar is not just a tool, but your ultimate roadmap to achieving these goals with precision and ease. Download the 2025 Safety Calendar now!]

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Construction Equipment

OCTOBER 5, 2020

For the recent Construction Safety Week and its corresponding events, Zurich’s construction risk engineers identified five points that should be top-of-mind for contractors and their crews. Ongoing training and communication Crews need ongoing training and communication in the best of times, but…

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Risk of Cyberattacks. As predominantly small- and medium-size companies, home builders and trade contractors are especially vulnerable to cybersecurity issues, so it's important for them to understand the risks and take action to protect their companies. SVP Risk Services Division. PB: What should cyber risk training cover?

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

Department of Transportation’s Compliance, Safety Accountability program, known as CSA. I have written many times about this important enforcement program since it is the principal way DOT uses safety data to identify motor carriers that may be unsafe operators. is probably a company with more deep-seated safety issues.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

When Safety Director Kevin Moorhead does his job right, it might not look like he’s doing anything at all. “In In the safety career field, we don’t always get to see the fruits of our labors,” he said, “because if an employee follows something from our training and doesn’t get hurt, there’s nothing to remember.”.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

When Safety Director Kevin Moorhead does his job right, it might not look like he’s doing anything at all. “In In the safety career field, we don’t always get to see the fruits of our labors,” he said, “because if an employee follows something from our training and doesn’t get hurt, there’s nothing to remember.”.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. A game of risk. Risk assessments are never glamorous, but they’re essential throughout the lifespan of any project.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 3, 2018

It was an inspiring event, and we’re looking forward to seeing everyone again at the conference in 2018. For instance, forgetting to schedule regular safety trainings and not having enough water on-site to keep crews hydrated are problems you can easily remedy, or better yet, avoid with a little planning. Risk management.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 11, 2022

According to the National Safety Council, 12,900 work-related injuries happen every day in the United States. A person’s workplace conditions and the type of work they engage in cause these risks. . Traumatic Events . Exposures to these environments can be through a single incident or multiple events in the workplace.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Risk of Cyberattacks. As predominantly small- and medium-size companies, home builders and trade contractors are especially vulnerable to cybersecurity issues, so it's important for them to understand the risks and take action to protect themselves. SVP Risk Services Division. PB: What should cyber risk training cover?

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 30, 2021

_. Tales from an Electric Safety Director. When you work as a safety professional, one of the more frustrating attitudes you run into is that people confuse compliance with safety. Compliance is not synonymous with safety. Compliance vs. safety. Intuitively, most people understand this. Document everything.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 5, 2018

This allows the company to prevent non-compliant subcontractors from accessing their jobsites and eliminated the risk of inadvertently cutting a check for a non-compliant subcontractor. The number one core value at Yates is safety. The company goes to great lengths to train employees on safety protocol and preparedness.

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BD+C

MAY 3, 2024

Advancing Healthcare: Medical Office Buildings at the Forefront of Access and Safety 1 kcichowicz Fri, 05/03/2024 - 07:18 Healthcare Facilities This article explores the pivotal shift from traditional hospital settings to Medical Office Buildings (MOBs), focusing on how these facilities enhance patient access.

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Lets Build

APRIL 21, 2023

Keeping a detailed daily construction report is useful for more than tracking project progress and productivity; it decreases your risks of experiencing those fears that keep you up at night. It can also help reduce the risks associated with construction projects. Another risk that project managers face is schedule overruns.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 6, 2023

This means that should your security staff be running errands on-site or off-site, they will likely miss any security events detected on your security camera systems, making them less likely to spot and resolve a security threat in time. Your site is home to many valuable items, and an intruder on site could risk your workers’ safety.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Knowing the risks associated with construction, site managers must focus on safety and security on-site. A lockdown system can ensure that you can secure your construction site in the event of a security incident, allowing you to apprehend the perpetrator and resolve the threat. Implementing A Lockdown System.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Regardless of the type of injury in the workplace, whether due to falling debris or poor safety practices, someone is always liable. Depending on the scale of the construction project, any unforeseen event involving debris can happen and bring about injuries. . Incorrect stacking of materials puts them at risk of toppling over. .

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Safety Services Company

JULY 22, 2019

Process Safety vs. Personal Safety. For anyone working in safety or in a high-risk industry such as a refinery or manufacturing plant, you’re probably heard the term process safety. In several key ways, process safety is different from occupational health and safety, so why should you know the difference?

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Construction Law

MARCH 4, 2025

Constructions long and complex supply chains increasingly come under pressure, partly due to geopolitical events beyond the industrys control, but partly also for reasons that it can often do something about. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety. This has shifted the discussion from general safety to a building’s functionality, serviceability, and operation after an event and moved the attention from being on the structure to the building’s occupants.

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