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7 Key Precautions To Ensure Loading Dock Safety

Construction Marketing

Loading docks are the main entry points for all the goods distributed in markets and stores. With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock. 1) Embrace New Technology In The Workplace.

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Episode 14: Revenue, Relationships, and SOPs – Being a Real EHS Leader

Safety Services Company

Less workplace accidents equal more revenue. “I Allies in the field can help you pinpoint weaknesses much faster and take corrective measures before an accident happens. When it comes to establishing SOPs, there are two main ways to train — computer-based training and behavior-based safety. And emphasize quality over quantity.

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4 Reasons to Upgrade Your Construction Equipment

Constructonomics

These will cause accidents like electrocution, collapses, burns or cuts. – Increased Safety and Minimized Workplace Accidents. Generally, older equipment has fewer fail-safe mechanisms, industry-specific upgrades and monitoring instruments, all of which contribute to equipment malfunction and workplace accidents.

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How Winter Weather Can Hamper Productivity In Hazardous Working Zones

Constructonomics

As temperatures start to plummet, work on construction and industrial sites can become more hazardous and dangerous by several orders of magnitude – whether it’s frozen equipment and supplies, bitter cold hampering your workers or the weather making even the simplest tasks a potential accident nightmare.

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Top 10 Contractor Mistakes

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Staying proactive during projects by recognizing pitfalls and taking appropriate steps to avoid them limits accidents, ensures budgets and timelines remain on schedule and creates a more positive work environment. When accidents happen at construction sites , the harm can come to more than just property. Not Diversifying.

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Composite, Alloy, or Steel Toe Boots: Which One is More Comfortable?

Work Gearz

Hence, it is a great option for people working in an environment that is susceptible to electrical hazards and for electricians as well. Alloy toe boots will provide your feet with all the protection that is needed when working in an accident-prone workplace. Not good for the electrical hazardous environment as it conducts electricity.

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Why Do Construction Workers Wear Orange?

Work Gearz

The environment that a construction worker works in is hazardous and uncertain where accidents can happen any moment. One of the main reasons why construction workers wear safety vests in orange color is because of visibility. And it is the needed safety color to distinguish a person from their environment.

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