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Starting a Sound & Straightforward Safety Program

Construction Business Owner

Thu, 04/08/2021 - 07:30. With a well-documented safety plan, you can reduce costs and the risk of injury, sickness, equipment damage and other worksite issues. . Starting a Sound & Straightforward Safety Program. Alex Headley. However, this is a critical component to both business operations and employee wellness.

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Crane Collapses on Jobsite in Syracuse, NY, No Injuries Reported

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Thankfully, no injuries were reported. According to WIVB , the collapse was first reported around 9am and, once first responders arrived at the scene, they determined that there were no injuries and no buildings damaged. No injuries were reported, and no buildings were damaged.

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Everything You Need to Know About the 2021 NFPA 70E Update

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In June of last year, the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E was updated in accordance with its regular revision schedule. Although it can seem like a tedious or daunting task, it’s important to familiarize yourself with at least a high level overview of the 2021 edition of NFPA 70E. What Changes Were Adopted to NFPA 70E in 2021?

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

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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. Out of 5,616 citations under this standard in 2021, 5,346 were issued to construction companies.

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

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In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 violations found during OSHA inspections in 2021, the cost of OSHA violations, and how to prevent them. OSHA averages more than 30,000 inspections annually , including many unscheduled visits arising from employee complaints or injuries. OSHA standards for construction. OSHA standard 1926.20

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7 Ways to Improve Construction Site Safety

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Because this line of work has a greater chance of injury or death than others, contractors must take great care to make sure work zones are safe and workers are protected. . Electrocution : Contact with overhead power lines and electrical power boxes presents risks that can lead to serious injury or death during the construction phase. .

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[VIDEO] Helicopter Drops Cooling Tower During Lift to Roof

Construction Junkie

If you need to get some heavy mechanical equipment on the roof of your project, you could use a boring old crane – or you could gas up the bird and make that equipment take literal flight. According to Tcruz, there were no injuries to anyone on the ground. Closer look at the cargo that the helicopter dropped.

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