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10 Foolproof Ways to Improve Jobsite Safety

Construction Business Owner

10 Foolproof Ways to Improve Jobsite Safety ccapoccia Sun, 07/30/2023 - 17:14 According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 70 million days were lost due to injuries in 2021 alone. The following 10 actions can help you create a safer business, improve jobsite safety and mitigate on-the-job accidents.

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Record low accident rates among NASC contractors

Construction Enquirer

The National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) has released its annual Safety Report showing the lowest rates of accidents among NASC contractor members since records began – indisputably proving that audited, regulated, NASC membership leads to safe scaffolding and access operations. It’s great news for the sector.”

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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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Understanding Risk on the Road

Construction Business Owner

Mon, 11/08/2021 - 07:30. As much as you’d like to assume safety is always top of mind in the construction industry, it’s important not to take anything for granted. Understanding Risk on the Road. Alex Headley.

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Risk on the Road

Construction Business Owner

Mon, 11/08/2021 - 07:30. As much as you’d like to assume safety is always top of mind in the construction industry, it’s important not to take anything for granted. Risk on the Road. Alex Headley. These are among the costliest causes of business injury claims and can be detrimental to your company’s financial standing and reputation.

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5 construction trends you want to look out for in 2021

Lets Build

This is why understanding what 2021 has in store for the industry is important. More specifically, here are the top five trends you want to look out for in 2021: Implementation of construction-specific tools. Increased focus on quality and safety. A breakdown of the top 5 construction trends for 2021. Integrated planning.

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45 construction workers killed on site last year

Construction Enquirer

Forty-five construction workers were killed in site accidents last year according to the latest official figures from the Health and Safety Executive. Construction made up a third of the 135 workers killed in work-related accidents across all industries in the UK in the 12 months to March 2023.

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