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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

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The Shocking Truth About Ladder Mishaps As careful as we may try to be, the reality is over 22,000 people are reported injured yearly due to ladder-related accidents; of these, over 100 people sustained fatal injuries. Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities.

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Ten benefits of prefabricated construction

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The casting of panels can occur in tandem with foundation works, following on from each other in quick succession. Relevant safety regulations can also be verified before construction starts, such as fire resistance or heat insulation. There is less risk of on-site accidents. There are fewer ambient risk factors.

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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

Safety Services Company

The Shocking Truth About Ladder Mishaps As careful as we may try to be, the reality is over 22,000 people are reported injured yearly due to ladder-related accidents; of these, over 100 people sustained fatal injuries. Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities.

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Sleep Deprivation

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Research has found that a lack of sleep is four times more likely to cause a workplace related accident than drug and alcohol combined. While there are no OSHA regulations or requirements regarding sleep, sleep deprivation can impair a worker’s ability to work safely and adhere to other safety regulations. What can you do?

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7 Ways to Improve Construction Site Safety

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Caught-in or between : Injuries or fatalities could occur when loose clothing gets caught in belts or pulleys while heavy equipment and foundation walls present two immovable objects that can crush or suffocate an employee. Struck-by : Building materials being unloaded overhead by cranes or booms frequently result in struck-by incidents.

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Building a Strong Safety Culture

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Organizations who possess a strong culture of safety often experience: Fewer accidents and injury rates Less turnover High levels of employee engagement Increased productivity. An effective training program can reduce the number of accidents and work-related injuries. It should be a top priority for all businesses. Safety Meetings.

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Who Needs OSHA 10 Training vs OSHA 30 Training?

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It gives workers a strong foundation to understand workplace hazards and the importance of safety. It helps reduce the number of accidents and injuries in the workplace. The OSHA Outreach Training Program is not intended to focus on standards or compliance regulations. OSHA 10 Training.

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