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OSHA Sponsors Highway Work Zone Awareness Stand Down

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OSHA Sponsors Highway Work Zone Awareness Stand Down. During the stand-down workers will be educated on work-zone safety topics, such as struck-by accidents, texting while driving and distracted driving. Accidents & Fatalities Construction Equipment and Vehicles'

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

Levelset

Plumbing contractor’s insurance may help your business stay afloat if accidents or injuries occur on the job. Whether you are at fault or not in an accident, attorneys’ fees can take a big chunk out of your revenue. Construction zones are busy areas where workers can get hurt. What is plumber’s insurance?

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DISTRACTED DRIVING

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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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Policy Of Cranes and Derricks near Power Lines to Stay until Rule Can Be Changed

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Also an employer may use an insulating link/device manufactured on any date with additional protections such as adequately insulated gloves. Insulating link/device use under 1926.1410 power line safety (all voltages) equipment operations closer than the Table A zone. Employer Responsible for Determining Qualified Rigger Status.

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3 Best Work Boots for EMTs

Work Gearz

Good EMT work boots will support you in your daily movements from jumping in and out of ambulances, lifting accident victims, or running from your vehicle to a trauma scene. Side Zip 6-inch boot features a full-length dual durometer Ortholite foot bed with Achilles heel flex zone for enhanced comfort and flexibility. Military Boots.

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Winter Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention

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Below are compliance-tested principles you can follow as an employer to ensure the safety of your workers during winter. It is important to delegate and assign zones. In order to ensure the same accidents don’t happen again, review your yearly incident log and determine risky areas. It's always best to be prepared.

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Winter Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention

Safety Services Company

Below are compliance-tested principles you can follow as an employer to ensure the safety of your workers during winter. It is important to delegate and assign zones. In order to ensure the same accidents don’t happen again, review your yearly incident log and determine risky areas. It’s always best to be prepared.

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