Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

To get ahead, it’s also important for contractors to keep up with what’s going on throughout the construction industry. Construction Employment Growth Surges in February. Despite the shortage of skilled workers, construction employment has seen significant gains recently. Contractors are hiring.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Adhere to industry guidelines. Providing adequate safety gear.

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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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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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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

2023 was a year of resilience, pressure, and economic uncertainty for our industry. 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.

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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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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

Compared to other industries, construction can be pretty dangerous. 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. Another key benefit: It can attract new, younger workers to the industry.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Ever-present risks can delay or completely derail investments. With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT?

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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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Construction Marketing

MARCH 11, 2022

According to the National Safety Council, 12,900 work-related injuries happen every day in the United States. From severe back pain to broken bones, workers across different industries and occupations can become susceptible to a wide range of injuries. 30% of lost-time injury claims come from slips, trips, and falls.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months.

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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

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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FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

This blog is targeting small employers, especially those involved with sheet metal fabrication. 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.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Trenching and excavating are two of the most dangerous activities in the construction industry. Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. The risk of injury or death,” she says, “is just too high.”. Howard Frederick, Esq.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 27, 2020

Unfortunately, in various industries, some careers encounter more safety hazards than others. As an employer, it is your responsibility to keep your workers safe. For those working in industries that pose dangers to their employees, one of the best ways to protect them is by conducting a job hazard analysis.

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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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Work Gearz

APRIL 28, 2022

This shell will cover the boot work upper from the safety toe cap instep, covering work boot laces which is a plus if laces are at risk of getting caught on something. These internal met guards offer the same amount of protection as external met guards in cases of sudden impact injury. Limitations of Internal Metatarsal Work Boots.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

And these questions are not unfounded because as of November 1, 2020, legal industry databases of state and federal litigation are tracking more than 6,100 cases involving Covid-19 claims. Moreover, an invitee cannot maintain a negligence suit merely from a showing that an injury was sustained in the defendant’s building.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 15, 2022

Both the employee and the employer must take all necessary precautions to prevent or safeguard people from occupational hazards or accidents and in such a situation safety gear does play a crucial role. One of the most common cause of workplace injuries is rolling or falling objects. What are metatarsal guards and what do they do? .

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 9, 2013

OSHA issues plan to target high risk workplaces. 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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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Data cited by ADP indicates that around 41% of the current construction workforce will retire by 2031, which means the industry faces a potential talent vacuum that could further strain project timelines and costs. Due to the industry's inherent safety risks, candidates may be more discerning about the firms they work with.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

Estimates suggest that repetitive motion injuries cost United States businesses over $20 billion just in workers’ compensation alone. Business costs aside, Repetitive Motion Injuries (RMIs) are a heavy burden to the individual as well. Business costs aside, Repetitive Motion Injuries (RMIs) are a heavy burden to the individual as well.

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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. The local evidence may be based on OIS incident data, employer-reported amputations, and workers’ compensation data. Once added, the master list must be re-randomized prior to use after establishments are added.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 3, 2021

Each of these topics is highly relevant to the construction industry. 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.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2021

Many employers are still trying to figure out what the major changes were and how they might affect them. . Anyone who is exposed to electrical hazards must understand how to reduce their risk of electric shock and arc flash injuries. The best practice in the safety industry is to do both. OSHA is the law.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you. Experiencing injuries as a result of falling items or debris. Protects you from head injuries. Because industrial noise is not apparent to the naked eye, it is frequently overlooked as a workplace danger. Contamination- Around 0.15

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 24, 2020

a) knows or by the exercise of reasonable care would discover the condition, and should realize that it involves an unreasonable risk of harm to such invitees, and. (b) Moreover, an invitee cannot maintain a negligence suit merely from a showing that an injury was sustained in the defendant’s building.

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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. For example, accidentally reporting an injury that did not occur on the jobsite or reporting a cut or scrape that isn’t a recordable accident could have dire consequences.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders. Therefore, today we will be looking at how Fall Protection has evolved over the years, as well as new and emerging trends in the Fall Protection industry. Evolution of Fall Protection.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

The number of citations against this standard exceed 6,000, with industries such as Construction and manufacturing identified as top offenders. We will therefore be looking today at how Fall Protection has evolved over the years, as well as new and emerging trends in the Fall Protection industry. Evolution of Fall Protection.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. my estimate based on 50+ years in industry). Policy and training needs to also deal with the 5% where serious injury could occur because safeguarding and procedures did not address the variable.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 5, 2015

On September 2, the United States Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) made a move to help high-risk workers and employers by awarding $10.5 For this year’s funding, small-business employers and vulnerable workers in high-hazard industries comprise the majority of the recipients.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 27, 2022

Throughout American history, women and minority workers have experienced fewer employment opportunities. The Biden-Harris administration targets some of the current employment limitations in its infrastructure bill. BBB also focuses on increasing employment opportunities as we transition out of the global pandemic.

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Work Gearz

MAY 29, 2022

Such a job involves risks that can lead to severe injuries. There is always some sort of risk involved in a mechanic’s day-to-day work. It all boils down to the employer, if they are following OSHA’s guidelines then every mechanic has to wear a hard hat for their own safety. Protection from falling objects.

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Construction Cost Estimating

SEPTEMBER 15, 2018

The Automation of the Construction Industry Robotic technology changes the construction industry by providing secured operating environments. The use of autonomous, technology-run operations can minimize the risk for worker accidents and fatalities in the construction sites.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Last year, members of Associated Builders and Contractors , a national trade association representing the nonunion construction industry, invested $1.6 Cannabis and the Jobsite: Keeping Your Risk to a Minimum.

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