FDR Safety

JANUARY 7, 2014

The company appealed and the matter was heard by a hearing officer for the state Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals. Among the reasons: G4S had reduced the risk of injury to bank guards by training them to avoid engaging with criminals. That assessment found that bullet proof vests were not required for bank guards.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 19, 2020

The bird-friendly design standards that the Director adopts by regulation and that are equivalent to Pilot Credit #55. But there is no authoritative nationwide repository of bird casualties or injuries, so estimating the scope of this is difficult. But banning housecats does not make a good public policy in Howard County or elsewhere?

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BD+C

JANUARY 20, 2020

Construction work is demanding—both physically and mentally—and the likelihood of injury or disability is higher than other sectors. As an industry, we have done an excellent job at emphasizing and improving site safety so that everyone goes home safe every day. But what about going home healthy? .

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. Who’s Liable For Falling Debris Injuries? Regardless of the type of injury in the workplace, whether due to falling debris or poor safety practices, someone is always liable. What Are The Common Types Of Falling Debris?

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 7, 2013

Injury & Illness Prevention Program Highlights OSHA’s 2013 Priorities. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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Injury OSHA Employment Regulation 57

Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014

Injury reporting. The change requires most employers to notify OSHA when an employee is killed, or suffers an injury requiring hospitalization, an amputation, or loss of an eye on the job. State plan states will have 6 months following this time to revise their rules to be at least as rigorous as the federal regulation.

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BD+C

JUNE 11, 2014

The Associated General Contractors of America is conducting a new study to make job sites safer and search for ways to lower the number of injuries and deaths in the construction industry. Regulations Codes and Standards' The study will attempt to identify reasons for the 806 fatalities reported nationwide in 2012.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

But I think there is an even better first step – bring outdated regulations into the 21 st Century. As I wrote in a recent newsletter article , the number of fatal injuries stayed relatively level during the current administration after a period of substantial decline in the final years of the Bush presidency. Getting back on track.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 5, 2012

Jim Stanley has blogged here about the problems he sees with I2P2 – which stands for Injury and Illness Prevention Program. OSHA’s I2P2, on the other hand, would be another regulation that would likely be a major battleground between government, industry and unions. Is there a disconnect here? The best alternative.

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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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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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Safety Electrical Injury Risk 126

Safety Services Company

APRIL 16, 2014

Imagine the following situation and ask yourself if you know exactly why or why not the employer should log the injury as work related. This was the situation put to OSHA that they addressed February 2014 in a clarification of its recordkeeping regulations : 1904.5 Determination of Work-relatedness” and 1904.7 OSHA Response: 1904.6(b)(3)

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

First Aid Regulation Change. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. Detailed written records of injuries now required.

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Regulation United States Safety Injury 48

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

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

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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Injury OSHA Employment Regulation 48

Constructonomics

JANUARY 3, 2014

Well, they should be – but it’s not always the case and, in the UK, we’re seeing large numbers of cases where lack of competence in the planning and implementation period of scaffolding work is leading to injuries and even deaths. With training readily available, what’s going on and what can be changed? The Training That’s Required.

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Accidents Education Industrial Plans 148

FDR Safety

APRIL 27, 2017

New resource highlights hazards of logging industry skyline-skidding operations. Employers reminded to post injury and illness summaries through April; electronic filing not required until July. OSHA’s On-site Consultation Program helps Utah manufacturer reduce workplace injuries and illnesses. February 15, 2017.

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OSHA Safety Injury Employment 149

Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 20, 2012

OSHA announces stakeholder meetings to discuss prevention of backover injuries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. The first will take place Jan.

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. During that same time, 59.5% Free eBook: Guide to a digitised QHSE organisation.

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Safety Accidents OSHA Construction 141

Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

Linbrooke Services Limited was found guilty of breaches of health and safety and working at height regulations at Dumbarton Sheriff Court. This piping pierced his side causing internal injuries and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The company was also ordered to pay the deceased’s family £200,000 in compensation. ”

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Injury Risk Compensation Safety 108

Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

OSHA is responsible for creating and enforcing safety regulations in the U.S., CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training Another one of my favorite resources is CPWR, which is dedicated to providing safety resources in order to reduce jobsite injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.

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Resource Safety ProCore OSHA 140

Safety Services Company

APRIL 8, 2025

Businesses caught ignoring safety regulations can face hefty financial penalties. Reduce Workplace Injuries Well-informed and well-trained team members mean fewer accidents on the job. Here’s how it works to your advantage: Customized Training Modules Get access to expertly curated safety content tailored to your industry.

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OSHA Safety Risk Mobility 71

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. 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.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration today issued a proposed rule to improve workplace safety and health through improved tracking of workplace injuries and illnesses. “Three million injuries are three million too many,” said Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Dr. .

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Industry News. Industry Statistics. I had the opportunity to do some work outside the construction industry a few weeks ago in which I toured a manufacturing plant with an ergonomist. This started me thinking back to the construction industry and how we struggle with this very issue.

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Construction Software Software Injury 120

Safety Services Company

APRIL 21, 2014

The OSHA Recordkeeping regulation requires employers keep a record of serious injuries and illnesses using the OSHA 300 Log. The records can be kept at headquarters if information of an injury can be logged within seven days, and the records can be quickly sent to the establishment. How to Decide It’s a Workplace Injury.

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OSHA Regulation Injury Employment 48

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. Recently, The Advancing Construction Safety Leadership Conference addressed industry safety challenges by fostering a cultural shift where safety is ingrained as a core value, not just a regulatory requirement.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 5, 2015

The City of Highland Park, Illinois, became the latest jurisdiction to consider bird friendly building regulations when on June 22, 2015 the City Council forwarded a proposal to the Plan Design Review Commission for comment prior to final approval by the Council. It is that same standard now being adopted in Highland Park.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 5, 2015

The City of Highland Park, Illinois, became the latest jurisdiction to consider bird friendly building regulations when on June 22, 2015 the City Council forwarded a proposal to the Plan Design Review Commission for comment prior to final approval by the Council. It is that same standard now being adopted in Highland Park.

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Regulation Injury Estimating Green 120

FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Achieving acceptable risk shall include reducing the likelihood of injury to a minimum. Additionally, achieving acceptable risk shall include, at a minimum, complying with local, regional, and national regulations. The next blog will discuss the challenges and opportunities regarding the management of contractors. [1]

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 3, 2012

FAA proposes OSHA regulations apply for flight attendant safety. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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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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Injury OSHA Employment Statistics 48

Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

2023 was a year of resilience, pressure, and economic uncertainty for our industry. Answer: Each year, contractors must complete an annual update to remain compliant with safety regulations and qualified to perform work. Question: I Needed to Report Injuries on My OSHA Logs. Naturally, many contractors (like you!)

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2020

As we know, the Pandemic has changed the economy dramatically – what were stable industries are now stressed, what were secure jobs now are furloughed. You are told to reduce costs and that “we are only going to comply with safety regulations and do nothing else – none of that risk-based crap.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in the global energy landscape and contribute to 82% of total primary energy consumption in the world. However, the industry is exposed to many risks that can significantly impair operations, the environment, and the safety of people. Otherwise, they can get fined or face legal action.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2021

Originally developed at OSHA’s request, NFPA 70E helps companies and employees avoid workplace injuries and fatalities due to shock, electrocution, arc flash, and arc blast, and assists in complying with OSHA 1910 Subpart S and OSHA 1926 Subpart K.”. The best practice in the safety industry is to do both. So how can you do this?

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