Construction Junkie

JANUARY 6, 2021

image via OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application web page. Congratulations, you made it through 2020, but now it’s time to do you taxes and turn in your OSHA 300A Form. All employers across all industries with 250 or more employees must electronically submit their form to OSHA, but construction has some more strict requirements.

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FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

OSHA sees great opportunity because your industry does realize finger injuries and amputations that are not realized in other companies where operators have automation and/or engineered safeguards to protect the point of operation. Risk assessment is done with a clipboard and pencil on the factory floor. We can help.

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FDR Safety

JULY 12, 2016

OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. OSHA contends that such programs may encourage the under-reporting of illnesses and injuries.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 6, 2016

OSHA continues to cite employers aggressively, and at the same time is suggesting and frequently mandating certain types of abatement. On several different occasions we have been informed by employers that the OSHA abatement simply does not allow the operation to run efficiently and/or effectively.

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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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FDR Safety

JANUARY 16, 2020

On December 10, 2019 OSHA published CPL 03-00-022 , National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries. This Instruction supersedes OSHA Instruction CPL 03-00-019, National Emphasis Program on Amputations that was published in August of 2015. For more advice on safety, please call us at (615) 628-8746.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Total rate (Case rate for days away Since 1992, US businesses, governmental agencies, and industry have substantially reduced the number of recordable injuries. equipment, training, programs), we may not be identifying and targeting the hazards and exposures that can most often lead to serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs).

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Per OSHA’s regulation 29 CFR 1904, employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses. The information is recorded, in detail, on the OSHA 300 forms. OSHA tracks this information with the goal of preventing accidents in the future. What is EMR?

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The term “zero energy” is not the same as the control of hazardous energy, and is not found in any OSHA regulations or materials or in U.S. Examples of such impacts are: •impeding efficient and effective equipment designs when tasks (e.g., national consensus standards (e.g.,

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 19, 2023

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. Certifications exhibit adherence to industry standards and regulations, such as those set by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

So it makes sense to understand where the greatest safety risks lie and to have programs in place to address these risk areas. Most safety hazards fall into one of four main categories, and OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, targets these with specific precautions.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

If you manage for risk, you also manage for compliance. However, if you manage for compliance, you may overlook risk and hazards that result in serious or fatal injuries. Thankfully, the groundwork to manage risk within GM and our joint process had been laid. Whether safety, business risk, insured risk, market risk, etc.,

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 violations found during OSHA inspections in 2021, the cost of OSHA violations, and how to prevent them. OSHA standards for construction.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 9, 2024

As contractors, we need to ensure the health and safety of our workers from all hazards, including what OSHA calls the “fatal four.” The goal of National Electrical Safety Month is to provide education and tips to reduce electrical fatalities, injuries, electrically related fires, and more.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 4, 2015

In the wake of new injury and illness reporting requirements put into place Jan. 1, OSHA has developed enforcement procedures that could significantly impact employers. OSHA will then place the incident into Category 1, 2 or 3. Given that, it is important that employers be prepared for a visit from OSHA.

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Work Gearz

MAY 29, 2022

Such a job involves risks that can lead to severe injuries. Considering protecting the head is just as important as shielding any other part of the body, OSHA has suggested that even mechanics should wear hard hats as a part of their PPE gear. There is always some sort of risk involved in a mechanic’s day-to-day work.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Without completing it, you risk losing qualifications or compliance until it’s finished. Question: I Needed to Report Injuries on My OSHA Logs. Answer: Keep in mind that injuries and incidents will affect your safety status. Question: What Happens if My OSHA Logs Get Rejected?

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FDR Safety

JULY 20, 2015

Recently I’ve done dozens of Task Based Risk Assessments (TaBRA) for clients, and the experience always reinforces for me the importance of worker input and the relative speed in which an assessment can be performed. The first level of risk assessment comes from the worker. It was clearing jams. Why not get their perspective?

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 3, 2014

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has issued its annual inspection plan under the Site-Specific Targeting 2014 * program to direct enforcement resources to workplaces where the highest rates of injuries and illnesses occur.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Risk assessments are absolutely integral to implementing safety at the workplace. Simply put, risk assessments are when you analyze your next series of steps in order to evaluate the safest course of action to address the task at hand. In every undertaking, there are going to be risks. Let’s dive right in!

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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. What violations are most commonly cited by OSHA? During that same time, 59.5%

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FDR Safety

MARCH 12, 2015

When assessing the safety risks of a work task, the devil is in the details, and who knows the details better than the employees who perform the task. That is one of the guiding principles behind Task Based Risk Assessment, or TaBRA for short. TaBRA facilitates discussion about variables that could occur and create problems.

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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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FDR Safety

JULY 25, 2018

In too many situations, an employee was injured and OSHA stepped in with significant fines for violations of 29 CFR 1910.147. I’m proud of our record in helping clients litigate citations/violations and/or fulfill obligations under informal or formal OSHA settlement agreements. 2 at OSHA, former VP of Safety and Health at AK Steel.

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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. It involves rigorous adherence to regulations, proactive risk management, and continuous improvement of safety protocols.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 30, 2012

While appropriate use of lockout/tagout is critical to safe operation, OSHA sometimes has been going too far in ramping up lockout enforcement, as shown in a recent case where a violation was withdrawn. This type of activity actually falls under OSHA’s established exemption for minor servicing.

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Fieldwire

JANUARY 25, 2022

Every construction project is uniquely different, and the distinctive characteristics of the industry - such as high-cost intensity and lengthy durations - also add an additional layer of complexity to the risk landscape. According to OSHA, one in five deaths among U.S. Adopt site preparation strategies to prevent injuries.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 30, 2019

The OSHA 10 training will cover protection for specific types of falls, and help construction workers learn how to avoid them for not only themselves but the entire team. Crew members need to communicate with each other about any potential risks or safety hazards. Communication. Supervision. Clean Worksite.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 5, 2018

OSHA Safety & Compliance. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA safety and compliance. OSHA Inspections. Workplace inspections and investigations are conducted by OSHA compliance safety and health officers trained in safety and industrial hygiene.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology. As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. OSHA Regulations.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology . As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. OSHA Regulations.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 9, 2018

It matters not that your procedure meets the test for acceptable risk and that power is essential. From a compliance standpoint, OSHA can cite you. Review the tasks and perform Task Based Risk Assessment. and PPE will typically reduce the probability of occurrence and reduce the risk level.

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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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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). OSHA defines excavations as any man-made cavity, trench, or depression on the surface that resulted from earth removal.

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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. This week, we're going to cover 5 of the top 10 OSHA fines, and how you can avoid them. #10: OSHA regulations require that you receive training in the safe methods of doing your job.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Because this line of work has a greater chance of injury or death than others, contractors must take great care to make sure work zones are safe and workers are protected. . In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. .

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 29, 2018

Other signs suggest that the property owner or organization believes the caution provides some degree of indemnification in the event of an injury. PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

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