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Why Do Construction Workers Wear Bright Yellow?

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With the risk of workplace accidents and the fair share of daily trouble and hardships, construction workers do have to put up with a lot on a day to day basis.   Visual conspicuity is the primary reason for construction workers opting for bright yellow vests. Being a construction worker is not really a walk in the park.

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Lessons in Defensive Driving

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The most common causes of traffic accidents are driving while distracted, fatigue, and impairment. Vehicular accidents are the most common cause of workplace injury and death. Follow the bellow safety tips when navigating vehicles on company premises to help minimize accidents. Driving Safely at Work. Prior to Entry.

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Lessons in Defensive Driving

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The most common causes of traffic accidents are driving while distracted, fatigue, and impairment. Vehicular accidents are the most common cause of workplace injury and death. Follow the bellow safety tips when navigating vehicles on company premises to help minimize accidents. Driving Safely at Work. Prior to Entry.

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Should Scaffolders Work in the Rain?

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Most construction projects have tight schedules, yet an accident or death is not worth the risk of missing the deadline. This guideline specifically covers working on a scaffold and the increased risk posed by the metal structure and the platform’s height.

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Evaluating OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard

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An additional fit test is required whenever the employee reports, or the employer or PLHCP makes visual observations of, changes in the employee’s physical condition that could affect respirator fit. Use of Respirators - This section provides general guidelines on safe usage of respirators.

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5 Best Safety Glasses For Metal Work

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Low light areas may find benefit in using an amber lens because it will remove blue light improving visual clarity. The non-profit ANSI which stands for the American National Standards Institute has developed guidelines for the minimum requirements necessary in eyewear protection. Side Shields.

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Safety Programs

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Accident/Incident Investigation: Accidents/Incidents need to be investigated by trained individuals to understand why the accident or incident occurred, and what actions can be taken to prevent a recurrence. Reports of the incident will be in writing and identify the causes of the accident or near miss occurrence.

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