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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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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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New ARTBA Video Series Focuses on Road Worker Fatalities

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The American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) has created a series of new videos aimed at helping reduce roadway work zone accidents. Each three-minute animated video is based on federal government reviews of real incidents that resulted in the loss of life.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

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Recently I had a friend fall walking near a construction zone while carrying a case of water to her coffee shop. She tripped over one of the construction sign legs that was sticking out beyond the construction cone and fencing, but she was not walking in the construction zone. foundation. foundation software. government.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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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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7 Ways to Improve Construction Site Safety

Levelset

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. . When compliance and accident prevention are part of the daily messaging and work routine, everyone becomes involved in safer operations. . Make safety a priority.

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What Are Curb and Gutter | Types of Curb and Gutter| Advantages & Disadvantages of Curb and Gutter

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This type of curbs and gutter have a decorative look which provides a strong and protective barrier between the walkway and the green zone. This will make it simple and easy for the vehicles to pass without any damage to the internal structure of the foundation of concrete. Vertical Curves Used in Residential Zones.

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