Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 23, 2018

When people are busy, though, safety can sometimes take a backseat to speed. But that way of thinking can be pretty detrimental, though, as a safety incident at one of your jobsites can really derail a project and could hurt the business’s bottom line. Common Construction Safety Violations in 2017. Scaffolding (1926.451).

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2018

Risk management is an inherent part of the job in the constru ction industry. As a contractor, the thought of an OSHA inspection and possible violations probably makes you a little nervous. In that case, individuals working on the site were also held responsible after ignoring safety warnings. Safety is a serious matter.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Construction is a risky business by almost any measure: It not only has one of the highest business failure rates of any industry, but construction work also sits atop the list of the most dangerous jobs. In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S. Common jobsite safety risks.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. Poor construction methods, materials, or management can harm safety levels while lowering the anticipated lifespan of completed buildings.

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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, 2014

Too often companies are told that they need to have a safety manual to protect them from OSHA violations, and while that’s true, understanding how that works is just as informative to a safely run company as having all the right words and regulations in a policy. Do you inspect the worksite and enforce the policy?

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 19, 2013

Although advocates for greater federal enforcement often cite that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) would need 129 years to inspect all of the workplaces it regulates, the likelihood of an inspection by OSHA or another agency is a great deal higher for many employers.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 12, 2018

If you work in construction, you’re familiar the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), whose standards regulate safety on the nation’s construction sites. Being compliant with OSHA regulations is imperative to a construction business’s success. Construction Software to Manage Compliance.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 6, 2013

The proposed changes to the asbestos standard, Section 20.112 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, are designed to clarify the responsibilities of employers, owners, and abatement contractors. of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, outline the requirements for positioning and use of portable ladders.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The Building Safety Bill is fast-approaching the UK construction sector, and promises widespread change. The government is aiming to “overhaul regulations, creating lasting generational change and setting out a clear pathway on how residential buildings should be constructed, maintained and made safe.”.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In construction, environmental regulations generally focus on stormwater, waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and air quality. However, certain jobsites may fall under EPCRA regulations. Clean Air Act (CAA) regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. Learn more: Construction & The Law.

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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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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. OSHA standards for construction.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

Each year OSHA conducts around 50,000 workplace inspections. These investigations are typically triggered by an accident at the workplace, an employee complaint or an OSHA initiated industry specific safety blitz. If the inspection is the result of an employee complaint the representative should ask for a copy of the complaint.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 19, 2021

If you need a reminder as to what NFPA 70E is, it’s the national standard for electrical safety in the workplace. It was developed by the National Fire Protection Association, and is used by OSHA for occupational safety and health compliance. . The most effective way to do this is through electrical safety training.

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 14, 2014

OSHA forklift regulations explain the training required in 1910.178(l). Other applicable OHSA regulations include: The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

An Industrial Hygienist (IH) is a safety expert whose three main jobs are to anticipate hazards, evaluate the worksite for risks, and work out the best way to control them. Base conclusions on principles and practices that protect employees health and safety. Relate necessary information to protect worker health and safety.

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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

AUGUST 27, 2013

An Ontario coroner’s jury is making multiple safety recommendations to several organizations following a three-day inquest into the 2011 death of a Ontario construction. Develop regulations requiring reoccurring training for individuals certified on the operation of elevated work platforms. Construction Industry.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 9, 2024

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. Below, we’ll go beyond the basic electrical safety protocols and offer key workplace safety tips to help you stay proactive.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 10, 2014

Many of you may be wondering why, all of a sudden, OSHA is spending an inordinate amount of time inspecting the machines and equipment in plant maintenance areas. Most safety pros will react with, “You have to be kidding me.” Typically, these machines are used for low-risk tasks performed by skilled workers. We are not.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

OSHA has increased its monetary penalties 2% for breaking OSHA regulations and standards. However, non-compliance to OSHA regulations goes beyond financial penalties. When companies do not strictly follow federally regulated health and safety standards, they often are perceived in a negative light.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 9, 2013

There has been concern in recent years that OSHA’s support has waned for the Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, known as SHARP, which rewards companies with strong safety programs. The rule would also have reduced the deletion period for programmed inspections of SHARP sites.

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Construction Marketing

AUGUST 3, 2022

Construction project management functions very much like project management in many other industries. The fundamentals can be easily carried over from another industry to construction, but there are plenty of other roles and responsibilities that are unique to construction. . What does the construction project management team do?

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 22, 2020

OSHA was criticized earlier this year for not putting COVID-19 issues front and center in their efforts to ensure Safety & Health in the workplace. All of that thinking has since changed as they have recently stepped up their efforts to enforce healthy workplaces through workplace inspections and subsequent financial penalties.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 27, 2017

Reports of amputations lead to improved workplace safety through employer settlements. USPS faces $111K in fines after OSHA inspection again finds hazards at Maryland facility. OSHA wants to hear from the public on draft Process Safety Management guidance documents. 3M recalls fall prevention device over safety concerns.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 3, 2013

Nova Scotia Introduces New Workplace Safety Rules. 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

OCTOBER 12, 2012

Deadline fast approaches for commercial fishing vessel safety exams. 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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ENR Construction

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Canada's energy industry regulator is investigating allegations that TransCanada Corp. skirted safety regulations.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Under ideal conditions, the equipment used in the industrial and manufacturing industry is safe to operate and requires almost no supervision. However, we at Safety Services Company want to help and make it even more simple. Safety measures are useless if employees aren’t aware of the procedures and their roles.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Under ideal conditions, the equipment used in the industrial and manufacturing industry is safe to operate and requires almost no supervision. However, we at Safety Services Company want to help and make it even more simple. Safety measures are useless if employees aren’t aware of the procedures and their roles.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Even while creating new regulations and amending current ones to fit the workplace’s changing safety standards, OSHA is hard at work providing guidance material to help employers follow their rules, and answering questions and providing guidance on existing rules. December 27, 2013. February 4, 2013. January 13, 2013.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

Violations of OSHA’s general industry regulations for Powered Industrial Trucks (1910.178), or forklifts went up from 1,993 in 2012, (7th most cited regulation) to 3,340 in 2013, (6th most citations). Inspection and maintenance the employee will complete. Powered Industrial Trucks (1910.178) – November 27.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

We will guide you through a list of main reasons why asbestos surveys are important for the safety of your home. . Asbestos has been banned in most countries today but it was used extensively in the construction industry in the past. Employers and landlords are also under the obligation to ensure safety against asbestos exposure.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 15, 2013

Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration is urging the mining industry to step up its compliance with safety and health regulations under the Mine Safety and Health Act. Main, assistant secretary of labor for mine safety and health. Industry' 4-6, the U.S.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Can state OSHA regulators override this? If you need help with any COVID safety policies, training, or inspections, ask about our COVID ETS bundle. Employers must pay employees for the time it takes to get vaccinated and recover from any side effects that prevent them from working.

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