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National Electrical Safety Month: Key Workplace Safety Tips

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In May, we celebrate National Electrical Safety Month (NESM) by emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the safety of your team members through strict adherence to electrical safety protocols. Out of those, 81 fatalities occurred from direct contact with electricity, likely causing electrocution.

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Top Fines & OSHA Regulations

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Fines & OSHA Regulations. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of Fines vs. OSHA Regulations. OSHA regulations require all companies to develop a written Hazard Communication Program and train their workers on the aspects the program covers. Fulfills OSHA regulations. 9: TRAINING.

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Final Ruling Updates Several Regulations Regarding Electrical Power

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An April 2014 final ruling by OSHA that changed regulations in Construction’s Subpart V – Power Transmission and Distribution and Electrical Protective Equipment. The General Industry Electrical Protective Equipment standard also changed. New requirements to protect employees from electric arcs. 1926.950(b)(1)(iii).

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Everything You Need to Know About the 2021 NFPA 70E Update

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If you need a reminder as to what NFPA 70E is, it’s the national standard for electrical safety in the workplace. According to the NFPA website , “NFPA 70E requirements for safe work practices is used to protect personnel by reducing exposure to major electrical hazards. What Changes Were Adopted to NFPA 70E in 2021?

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Top 6 Most Dangerous Construction Activities

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Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. The layers of OSHA regulation that protect workers focus on proper use and installation of safety systems, supervision, safe work procedures, maintenance and more. Excavations: Trenching/Shoring.

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Construction Safety Meetings: 7 Key Topics You Need to Address

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They were chosen based on the number of accidents and injuries that occur each year at construction workplaces. In fact, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends that employers regularly enforce standards and regulations. Preventing Struck-By Injuries. The Importance of Safety Meetings.

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5 Free Construction Safety Resource Guides that are Worth Your Time

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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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