FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This pandemic has brought to the forefront the challenges of risk assessment – the process of identifying hazards and determining consequences. It can make the creation or enforcement of rules a challenge and it certainly makes the process of risk assessment more challenging. Hazard and Current Safety Controls.

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Safety Risk Deals Inventory 266

FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

For those of you who deal with PSM, you know this is a critical first step in determining if a traditional risk-based approach will suffice from a compliance perspective. When deciding that risk mitigation is needed, the concept of feasibility comes into play to demonstrate due diligence in complying with the OSH Act.

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Risk Safety Feasibility Foundation 223

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As a contractor, you likely know that your business is always at risk. Between the potential for accidents and injuries on the job site and the risk of lawsuits, it’s important to have insurance to protect yourself from financial losses, but what kind of insurance do you need? Builders Risk Insurance.

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Insurance Contractors Accidents Liability 156

FDR Safety

MAY 29, 2018

What is clear, however, is that the toll of workplace injury, illness and death remains too high, and too many workers remain at serious risk. We recognize the “safe way” to perform daily tasks and start weighing the risks involved in saving time by taking shortcuts. There is much more work to be done. The post Older, Not Wiser?

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Accidents Safety Injury Risk 168

Construction Junkie

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Thankfully, no injuries were reported. According to WIVB , the collapse was first reported around 9am and, once first responders arrived at the scene, they determined that there were no injuries and no buildings damaged. No injuries were reported, and no buildings were damaged.

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Injury Site News Risk 72

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

Paper forms decrease worker productivity, increase risk/liability, and decrease operational efficiency. Another problem with paper forms is that works sometimes write the same information repeatedly, using expensive carbon copies. An app can collect the same information in a fraction of the time that paper requires.

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Mobility Inspections Construction Safety 232

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

One contractor did just that and used the information to place materials and equipment in the most logical locations to cut down on all this movement, saving a lot of time. Reducing Risk and Increasing Safety. All contractors should track data related to safety issues. Bidding Smarter and Winning More Work.

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Construction Software Software Cash Flow 241

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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Risk Management Safety Accidents 90

FDR Safety

JANUARY 6, 2016

This may overstep their authority, but many employers enter into a formal or informal OSHA settlement trying to avoid expensive litigation and abate alleged violations following agency’s suggestions or mandates. Is there a hazard to employees and is there reasonably predictable exposure and/or risk?

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OSHA Agreement Risk Injury 120

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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Safety Injury Risk Housing 120

FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

Maybe there was an injury, and you added a guard, but the guard made it difficult or impossible to unjam the equipment or operate the machine. There is no such thing as being absolutely safe, or in other words, a complete absence of risk. All machinery contains hazards, and some level of residual risk.

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Feasibility Employment Deals OSHA 156

FDR Safety

MAY 13, 2024

Maybe there was an injury, and you added a guard, but the guard made it difficult or impossible to unjam the equipment or operate the machine. There is no such thing as being absolutely safe, or in other words, a complete absence of risk. All machinery contains hazards, and some level of residual risk.

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Drafting Feasibility OSHA Risk 156

Construction Enquirer

MAY 16, 2023

This piping pierced his side causing internal injuries and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The prosecutor led evidence over the course of the 14-day trial showing that the company had failed to appropriately plan, and risk assess the work and have in place a safe system of work.

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Injury Risk Compensation Safety 108

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

« The Fundamentals of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance.

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Risk Insurance Construction Software 120

Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Before starting a construction project , you should train workers operating in medium and high-risk areas on safety measures and standards. Training your employees on safety measures and equipment.

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Safety Construction Guidelines Employment 172

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

This single source of data prevents errors and reduces wasted time, since people don’t have to go digging for information in multiple platforms and then wonder if the information is current. In some cases, robotics can also prevent repetitive motion injuries, sprains, or strains that are common in traditional construction work.

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Products Software Software Project Management 221

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 107

Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

How to Manage Risk in Your Construction Project. According to The Construction Industry Institute , there are about 107 construction risks you should consider when managing a project. Before you start panicking about the 90 plus risks on the list you’re probably not completely aware of at this moment, let’s take a step back.

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Risk Management Construction Documentation 59

Constructonomics

JANUARY 21, 2014

An illegal extension has left a landlord with a £24,000 and a criminal record, after local council safety officers deemed it to be in an “appalling condition” with numerous safety issues – including a slew of fire safety offences which put the building’s occupants at a very real risk of injury or death. What Does The Law Say?

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Safety Risk Equipment Regulation 148

FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

I’m proud of our record in helping clients litigate citations/violations and/or fulfill obligations under informal or formal OSHA settlement agreements. Without a documented procedure, a serious injury is waiting to occur. However, I’m puzzled why companies don’t adequately deal with these issues before the problems occur.

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Employment OSHA Feasibility Safety 120

FDR Safety

APRIL 30, 2012

The standard only applies, the bulletin said, when “the unexpected startup, energization, or the release of stored energy could cause injury.”. We often employ a methodology recognized by OSHA in the late ‘90s called Task Based Risk Assessment to determine when the “minor servicing” exemption applies.

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OSHA Employment Risk Injury 120

Construction Marketing

APRIL 5, 2023

Injuries and, in severe cases, permanent disabilities or deaths can happen if there are very few preventative safety measures in place. Individuals will know when to stay away from the construction site at risk of getting hurt. Watch for Forklifts – must be near areas where heavy machinery is in operation.

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Safety Construction Accidents Security 213

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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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

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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Risk Management Construction Safety 62

Building Radar

AUGUST 22, 2024

Construction projects, by their very nature, involve a significant degree of risk. Understanding these risks and knowing how to mitigate them is crucial for anyone involved in construction, whether you’re a contractor, developer, or project manager. Common Construction Liability Issues 1. Documentation is also key.

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Liability Risk Legal Construction 52

Lets Build

MARCH 17, 2023

Teams can see issues as they pop up and easily access the information they need to make better, faster decisions to resolve them. With construction analytics and connected data, all communication happens in one place—the same place where the relevant information about the project is stored.

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Construction Risk Site Safety 147

Lets Build

MAY 12, 2023

Instead, project managers and foremen must find and fix hazards before they cause injury or illness. Establishing simple procedures for reporting injuries, hazards, etc.: This ensures everyone has the knowledge and skills to do their jobs safely without creating additional hazards, putting themselves or other workers at risk.

Safety 148

Safety Management Inspections Injury 148

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. Storing all of your QHSE information in one place. During that same time, 59.5%

Safety 141

Safety Accidents OSHA Construction 141

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The risks associated with an uncertified operator can be severe. It ranges from personnel injuries to property damage. This could be a potential risk for operators, workers around the area, and those below it. That’s why it’s so crucial that companies understand those things before deciding to hire an operator.

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Estimating Equipment DOT Risk 189

FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

Slip, trip, and fall hazards are the leading cause of workplace injury when snow isn’t involved. Snow only heightens these types of risks. Take the time to be well informed and share your knowledge with your team. Know what your structures can hold. Then share again.

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OSHA Equipment Resource Injury 120

Lets Build

AUGUST 8, 2017

Construction has one of the highest risks of suicide amongst its employees but they aren’t taking the statistics lying down, they are starting to fight back. Just some of the frightening mental health statistics: “Substantial mental distress is associated with both injury rate and self-reported pain.”. – Nih.gov. – Nih.gov.

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Construction Statistics Site Risk 166

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

This month, we’ve seen a number of stories related to safety on the jobsite, including information about silica and asbestos. Speaking of jobsite safety, ForConstructionPros.com pointed out that construction sites pose many safety hazards like musculoskeletal injuries, slips, falls and vibrating tools and equipment.

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Industrial Safety Construction Infrastructure 173

FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2015

While using temporary workers can help companies maintain financial flexibility, organizations can face significant risks and vulnerability to OSHA enforcement without careful attention to providing those workers with adequate safety and health protection and training. Contact us for more information. By Jim Stanley.

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OSHA Safety Employment Injury 120

Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Being able to define the major sources of risk in your projects can eventually pave the way for faster and cheaper delivery without having to compromise quality. That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. How we could define risk in a construction project.

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Risk Management Construction Claims 60

FDR Safety

MARCH 4, 2015

In the wake of new injury and illness reporting requirements put into place Jan. Category 1 includes fatalities, hospitalizations of two or more employees, repeat offenders, hazards covered by an emphasis program, imminent dangers, or injuries to minors. OSHA will then place the incident into Category 1, 2 or 3.

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OSHA Inspections Employment Accidents 120

FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2019

I have done hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments and handled expert cases for OSHA or personal injury where there is no foundation for the worker “training.” Not only does this approach reduce risk but it can help reduce the amount of training time for the new worker. Use “show me” and improve training aids at Point of Use.

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Foundation Safety Risk Visualization 120

FDR Safety

MARCH 11, 2019

I have done hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments and handled expert cases for OSHA or personal injury where there is no foundation for the worker “training.” Not only does this approach reduce risk but it can help reduce the amount of training time for the new worker. Use “show me” and improve training aids at Point of Use.

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Safety Foundation Risk Visualization 120