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3 Tips to Ensure Heat Safety for Construction Workers

Construction Business Owner

In 2015, 280 construction workers fell ill due to heat, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Between the hot temperatures and extra layers of protective clothing, it’s important construction workers and their bosses are aware of heat safety.

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May 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Safety tips: When you know better, but don’t do better. Safety tips: When you know better, but don’t do better. Why do well-trained individuals intentionally ignore safety procedures, putting themselves and others in danger? We are often motivated to follow safety rules to avoid repercussions from supervisors.

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July 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

The importance of having safety expertise close at hand. When it comes to protecting the safety and health of your employees, make sure you have the expertise you need when and where you need it. Tim is nationally recognized for his safety and health expertise and leadership at two of the nation’s largest construction companies.”

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March 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Temporary worker safety – Are you vulnerable? Employers: If you want to be sure your staffing agency is meeting safety requirements, we can help. Temporary worker safety – Are you vulnerable? It is very important to maintain clarity by specifying safety responsibilities in a contract between an employer and a staffing agency.

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February 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Don’t just rely on OSHA’s advice to build a safety program. Help front-line supervisors manage their safety responsibilities in the workplace. Don’t just rely on OSHA’s advice to build a safety program. The critical building blocks of a safety program are Job Safety Analyses (JSAs). Join Our Mailing List.

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August 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Stats show importance of employee safety on- and off-the-job. FDRsafety named one of the top 3 safety consulting firms in the U.S. Stats show importance of employee safety on- and off-the-job. One approach that proves effective is to provide off-the-job Safety Awareness training for employees. Join Our Mailing List.

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September 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

7 Tips for Building a Strong Contractor Safety Program. See you at the National Safety Council Congress. 7 Tips for Building a Strong Contractor Safety Program. Require that contractors provide you with documentation of their safety performance and safety program. How many safety meetings are held?

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