Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Minutes Matter: Reduce the Risk of Suspension Trauma ccapoccia Tue, 09/03/2024 - 09:36 Falls are a leading cause of serious injury and death in the construction industry. While quality fall arrest systems do an excellent job of preventing impact injury, ensuring worker safety doesn’t end there.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 23, 2014

According to a study by the Center for Construction Research and Training, construction workers who work at least 45 years on the job have a 75 percent likelihood of experiencing a disabling injury, and their chances of dying on the job are 1 in 200. Construction industry employees of varying experience levels are vulnerable to injuries.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 8, 2021

With a well-documented safety plan, you can reduce costs and the risk of injury, sickness, equipment damage and other worksite issues. . With your day-to-day demands, it can be difficult to find time to review or enhance your business’s safety program.

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Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 7, 2019

The increase in construction injury rates is likely endemic to broader growth within the industry. As construction grows on a global level to accommodate new building demands and the swell of commercial and residential development, so does the potential and risk for injury. .

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 7, 2019

When the very real risk of injury or death is factored in, a lack of proper protection makes no sense at all. When one considers that 30 to 40% of all excavations lack the appropriate protective solutions, it should come as no surprise that projects are often over budget and overdue.

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Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Working in construction inherently poses a higher risk of on-site accidents and other health and safety hazards off-site. On average, two construction workers die of work-related injuries every day in the United States. 4 Ways Planning Helps to Improve Safety on Jobsites. Thu, 10/27/2022 - 16:04.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2022

All these pose risks to the health of these workers. . They can lead to accidents or injuries. Some construction injuries happen because of ignorance or lack of knowledge among your workers. When recruiting new workers, ensure they know all the risks they may encounter with their work. Store Chemicals In The Proper Way.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 6, 2019

An injury triggering at least one week off from work almost tripled the combined risk of accidental and intentional death among women and increased the risk by 50% among men, researchers found.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 15, 2014

OSHA’s new recordkeeping rules on fatalities and serious injuries and illnesses are fairly clear, but they leave unresolved the confusion that many employers feel about the overall recordkeeping process. So OSHA knows where your injuries and illnesses are occurring, or do they? Today’s guest blogger is Mark Moran of Safetyhighways.

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The Constructor

MAY 3, 2021

Covid-19 has thrust the issue of workplace safety into the limelight, especially for frontline workers such as nurses and doctors. However, one group.

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Construction Business Owner

JULY 9, 2017

As an equipment owner, it is up to you to communicate proper safety tips to promote a safer work environment, as well as reduce the risk of accidents that could result in injuries. It is imperative to make safety a priority.

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Lets Build

JUNE 6, 2017

There is a number of parameters that you should think about and an efficient management of the risk is surely necessary. In other words, you can’t really define risk on the exact same way in every construction project. Even within the same project, there may be distinct sources of risk. Types of risk in construction.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 13, 2024

Recent statistics reveal a sobering reality: one in five construction workers experiences a fatal injury annually. Furthermore, the construction industry has the highest reported rates of avoidable injuries and fatalities. National Safety Month provides a timely opportunity to delve into effective safety and risk management strategies.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 18, 2017

The right integrated business software solution can provide you with that information and minimize your risk on a daily basis. Another risk common to construction companies is the chance of equipment damage. Even with the best training, there is a risk of injury on any worksite. Don’t take risks with your company.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

During his employment in the industry, he was responsible for DOT compliance, policy development, driver human resources, driver training and training program development, as well as claims management and accident and injury prevention. Bob O’Connell CTP J.

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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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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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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

How to Choose Cut-Resistant Gloves Choosing the right gloves that protects workers’ hands from sharp objects without inhibiting their performance mhodges Thu, 02/23/2023 - 13:53 Over a third of workplace hand injuries involve cuts and often occur because workers are wearing the wrong hand protection — or worse, no hand protection.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 30, 2019

If a crew member is using a piece of equipment they aren’t 100% sure how to work, that immediately increases the risk of them becoming injured while completing their task. . Crew members need to communicate with each other about any potential risks or safety hazards. Communication. Supervision. Clean Worksite.

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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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Construction Dive

JULY 17, 2020

The report points to health-related risks such as smoking and binge drinking, which may make workers more likely to experience injuries on the job.

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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. Thu, 11/10/2022 - 10:44.

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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. The OSHA Focus Four: Electrical – Hazards that involve risk of electrocution, such as power lines, grounding, temporary wiring, etc. First and foremost, safety programs save lives.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Contractors need to analyze and act on robust data, change the corporate culture and implement technologies to reduce injuries and retain employees, construction safety experts say.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 30, 2024

Commit to a Culture of Safety ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 10:41 The risk of injury is always present in construction. When it comes to safety, there’s always room to improve.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 7, 2017

In recent years, upward of 42,000 workplace injuries were caused by snow, sleet, or ice. Cold weather-related illnesses and injuries can be prevented by following the guidelines below. Knowing the wind chill temperature can help you gauge employees’ exposure risk. Falls are the number one cause of cold-weather injuries.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Second , as soon as practical, begin the training and implementation on some form of shop-floor level risk assessment, such as Task Based Risk Assessment (TaBRA). with the high risk ‘task-hazard pairs’, implement the appropriate levels of controls (i.e., Reduces the potential for serious injuries and fatalities.

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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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Construction Equipment

JUNE 7, 2019

Nearly half of the construction workers in Tennessee who were injured over a recent two-year period had been on the job less than a year, according to a case study report from the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR). The Construction Industry Research and Policy Center (CIRPC) at…

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods present significant high-risk hazards to restoration employees, recovery workers and volunteers. If properly implemented this will save time and significantly reduce the chance of injury.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Having snow removal insurance is important, considering the risks and dangers of snow removal and deicing. Because of their nature of work, snow removal contractors are usually exposed to many risks, which may include anything from third-party injuries to equipment. Usually, more business means more liability risks.

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BD+C

APRIL 8, 2019

Poorly fitting equipment is a leading cause of injury in service members, according to a recent Department of Defense report. Ill-fitting gear can pose safety risks including snagging on ladders and exposing the body to hazards.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 30, 2018

We might not consider it, but the underfoot conditions for this army of warehouse workers poses a big risk in many ways. Not least when it comes to the human cost of injuries among their workforce. The post How maintaining warehouse floors can reduce the risk of accidents appeared first on Construction Marketing Association Blog.

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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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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Table 2 provides one example for determining the risk for each hazard. By agreeing to the probability that an event may occur and then the potential severity of the event, then the risk can be determine. It is critical to remember the primary purpose of using Table 2 is to drive consistency between risk assessments.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 27, 2023

In this complex environment, any misstep or error can result in severe accidents or injuries. To mitigate these risks on the jobsite, it is crucial for contractors and operators to prioritize safety measures in every aspect of their operations.

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