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What are the common safety violations in construction work and how can you avoid them?

Lets Build

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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7 Ways to Improve Construction Site Safety

Levelset

In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S. In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. . Common jobsite safety risks. Make safety a priority.

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Safety Services Company Awarded Construction Tech Review’s Top 10 Safety & Compliance Providers

Safety Services Company

Top 10 Safety and Compliance Solution Providers - 2019. Safety Services Company, a leading provider of safety and compliance training products and services, is proud to be named as one of the Top 10 Safety and Compliance Solution Providers 2019 by Construction Tech Review magazine, in Safety and Compliance 2019.

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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. Owners of existing buildings that do not comply with new regulations could face fines of $1 million or more. A full list of all 57 winners is available here.

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Top 6 Most Dangerous Construction Activities

Safety Services Company

If you’re a construction safety veteran, your safety program is well established and falls in line with OSHA requirements. Regularly reviewing and training employees to the standard of the applicable codes and regulations is a proactive way to ensure compliance. Fall Protection and Ladder Safety. Source: U.S. Fix the Six.

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OSHA and Your Company’s Emergency Action Plan

Safety Services Company

While hazards are unavoidable in certain industries, it's an employer’s responsibility to ensure that accidents are kept to a minimum. Thankfully, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) has outlined safety guidelines to ensure the safety of both employees and employers. Start with your own facility.

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OSHA and Your Company’s Emergency Action Plan

Safety Services Company

While hazards are unavoidable in certain industries, it’s an employer’s responsibility to ensure that accidents are kept to a minimum. Thankfully, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) has outlined safety guidelines to ensure the safety of both employees and employers.

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