FDR Safety

AUGUST 27, 2015

The latest edition of the annual Injury Facts book published by the National Safety Council is out, and while company CEOs and safety directors might not take the time to read all 210 pages, there is one set of statistics worth special attention. And for companies there are other kinds of costs as well, no matter where an accident occurs.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit recently found that OSHA could not expand the scope of an injury-based inspection to a wall-to-wall inspection based on the employer’s OSHA 300 Logs. This is an important decision that all employers should have handy should OSHA attempt to expand its inspection. United States v.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 15, 2018

Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit recently found that OSHA could not expand the scope of an injury-based inspection to a wall-to-wall inspection based on the employer’s OSHA 300 Logs. This is an important decision that all employers should have handy should OSHA attempt to expand its inspection. United States v.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you. Workplaces like construction sites can be dangerous and accidents can happen in a few seconds time, and if an employee is not equipped well, then it can be life-threatening as well. Experiencing injuries as a result of falling items or debris.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG president talks workplace injuries. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. Boyd, president of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group. What is the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group? Why are people reluctant to report workplace injuries?

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Construction Law Monitor

DECEMBER 17, 2012

He is a specialist New York accident lawyer and the proprietor of the Ginarte Law firm. million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While Reduced Employer Liability.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 7, 2013

Injury & Illness Prevention Program Highlights OSHA’s 2013 Priorities. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 3, 2021

They were chosen based on the number of accidents and injuries that occur each year at construction workplaces. They are also useful topics for all types of construction employees, regardless of trade or specific skill set. Preventing Struck-By Injuries. The Importance of Safety Meetings. Let’s take a closer look.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 27, 2020

As an employer, it is your responsibility to keep your workers safe. Employers, managers, and supervisors are often detached from the actual work their employees have to do day-to-day. However, conducting a job hazard analysis would allow you, as an employer, to eliminate or prepare for such risks. What is Job Hazard Analysis?

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Accidents involving hazardous energy are always a possibility. However, you, as a business owner, can keep your workers safe and reduce their chance of sustaining injuries by preparing and adhering to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) guidelines on hazardous energy.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Accidents involving hazardous energy are always a possibility. However, you, as a business owner, can keep your workers safe and reduce their chance of sustaining injuries by preparing and adhering to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) guidelines on hazardous energy. Why is a Lockout/Tagout Procedure Important?

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Safety Services Company

JULY 12, 2018

All incidents resulting in near misses or injuries need to be investigated. To most of us, the word “accident” is suggestive of a random event, which could not have been fully prevented. However, most all workplace illnesses, injuries, and fatalities are mostly preventable. Accident Investigations.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 12, 2018

All incidents resulting in near misses or injuries need to be investigated. To most of us, the word “accident” is suggestive of a random event, which could not have been fully prevented. However, most all workplace illnesses, injuries, and fatalities are mostly preventable. Accident Investigations.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 16, 2020

OSHA Area Offices may add, based on local evidence, manufacturing establishments (regardless of the NAICS codes) to the master list where amputation injuries or fatalities related to machinery and equipment have occurred in the five years preceding the effective date of this Instruction.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 5, 2017

Excessive heat can cause heatstroke or heat exhaustion, and just being overheated makes workers more susceptible to accidents or injuries. As an employer, you’re responsible and required to protect your employees from safety hazards — extreme temperatures and weather included.

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Department of Labor''s Occupational Safety and Health Administration have involved struck-by vehicle accidents in the workplace. Struck-by injuries and fatalities are caused by conventional traffic/passenger vehicles, forklifts and other moving, powered industrial equipment, such as cranes and yard trucks. frontpage'

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. If something goes wrong and a worker is injured, OSHA or a plaintiff may use the company’s strict language against them. For a FREE consultation, please contact us. appeared first on FDRsafety.

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FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

This blog is targeting small employers, especially those involved with sheet metal fabrication. are all operations that often do not allow use of engineered safeguards like two hand controls, light screens, etc. Call us before you get hit with Serious or Willful citations. For a FREE consultation, please contact us.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 28, 2022

Did you know that eye injury at the workplace is fatal? If you don’t wear safety glasses, it can cause permanent loss of vision, eye injuries that might leave you unfit to carry out your work anymore, and hefty medical bills that’ll be too hard to settle. . Not wearing safety glasses at work has led to many fatal injuries.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 15, 2012

I think most of us know the answer. But for the companies that choose to use safety incentive programs, OSHA’s new approach creates problems of fairness. OSHA’s latest memo warned employers that rewards programs unintentionally – or perhaps even intentionally – could encourage employees not to report injuries.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Confined spaces pose serious risks such as entrapment, exposure to noxious fumes, physical injury, and suffocation due to lack of airflow. Because of these very real scenarios, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set very strict guidelines for employers and employees regarding working in a confined space.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Confined spaces pose serious risks such as entrapment, exposure to noxious fumes, physical injury, and suffocation due to lack of airflow. Because of these very real scenarios, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set very strict guidelines for employers and employees regarding working in a confined space.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 5, 2018

There are circumstances when OSHA may give less than 24 hours’ notice to the employer. Employers who receive advance notice of an inspection must inform their employees’ representative, or arrange for OSHA to do so. Employers should always ask to see the credentials and verify by calling the nearest OSHA office. Walkthrough.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 23, 2018

Most accidents occur among the least experienced workers, especially new hires. A new employee is more likely to get hurt in the first year of employment, usually within the first few weeks of starting a new job. Ensure that everyone knows how to get medical attention in the event of an injury. Teamwork & Safety Training.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

When thinking about safety you should consider: Are you using the appropriate personal protective equipment for the job? Is there a plan in place on how to avoid injury, and are there first aid procedures in case of injury. Accident and incident investigation plan. Specific training required for the job.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

Most fall and ladder accidents are preventable when following OSHA guidelines. If you have questions about the training, please reach out to us, or click here to learn more. At these heights, more than 4,500 injuries and 60 deaths stem from scaffold-related incidents happen each year. With 100 lbs. Scaffolding.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 1, 2013

For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. Winston Perez, 28, suffered severe internal injuries after he was “crushed between a gate and the fence by the cows” about 5 a.m. Accidents & Fatalities Agriculture'

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Like with all industrial and construction tools, it’s never a good idea to use a ladder when intoxicated. Doing so would run the risk of injury and/or lawsuit. Only allow one person to use a ladder at a time. No matter how prepared you are, injury accidents can happen, especially when working from heights.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 20, 2020

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 40,000 snow, ice, and sleet related workplace injuries every year. Below are compliance-tested principles you can follow as an employer to ensure the safety of your workers during winter. It's always best to be prepared. Prepping the Office. Review and Adjust.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2021

It helps reduce the number of accidents and injuries in the workplace. Each class also provides overview information regarding OSHA, including workers’ rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a complaint. It gives workers a strong foundation to understand workplace hazards and the importance of safety.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 21, 2020

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 40,000 snow, ice, and sleet related workplace injuries every year. Below are compliance-tested principles you can follow as an employer to ensure the safety of your workers during winter. It’s always best to be prepared. PREPPING THE OFFICE. REVIEW AND ADJUST.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 10, 2014

In an effort to stem this growing tide of accidents and injuries, many states and federal agencies have implemented regulations banning the use of these devices while driving. Both employers and workers alike need to be aware of these laws and the consequences associated with them. Federal Rules.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Like with all industrial and construction tools, it's never a good idea to use a ladder when intoxicated. Doing so would run the risk of injury and/or lawsuit. Only allow one person to use a ladder at a time. No matter how prepared you are, accidents can happen especially when working from heights. Emergency Guidelines.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

It is a challenging job, which is why OSHA has laid out certain guidelines to be followed by every employer. It is equally important to know why your employer demands you to wear a certain type of protective gear. So apart from protecting your feet from injuries, the work boots should be fit you well too. Face shield.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 9, 2013

For more information on a custom safety program for your company, please contact us by clicking here. OSHA has issued its 2012 Site-Specific Targeting plan to direct enforcement resources to workplaces where the highest rates of injuries and illnesses occur.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

One of the more important aspects of good safety at a construction site is visibility, so more and more construction employers are requiring reflective details on protective gear. When involved in construction, your visibility can mean the difference between your safety and a life-changing accident. . This is what we found.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. Safety risks can include injuries, fatalities, and illnesses brought upon by employee negligence, equipment failure, weather, or other external factors. WHAT’S YOUR PLAN?

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