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Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule

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OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. The post Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule appeared first on FDRsafety.

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ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

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OSHA recently reported that more than 4,000 workers died from workplace accidents last year, and nearly three million others were injured, or became ill, due to work-related actions. This reinforces why accident investigation needs to be an integral part of any company’s health and safety program. KEYS FOR INVESTIGATION. Team training.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire. piece fell off the fixture because it wasn’t secured A rigger who pulled a stabilizing pin and an I beam slid off onto his foot A journeyman millwright who was under a 7500 lb. The 7500 lb. load came down on him.

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Is Gravity Part of OSHA’s LOTO Regulation?

FDR Safety

While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire. piece fell off the fixture because it wasn’t secured A rigger who pulled a stabilizing pin and an I beam slid off onto his foot A journeyman millwright who was under a 7500 lb. The 7500 lb. load came down on him.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

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When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. Going through the legalities of such issues can be complex, so working with a personal injury attorney In Englewood would be a good starting point. . How Accidents Happen Due To Falling Debris.

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Construction in Winter: Safety Tips to Know

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According to data from the EHS Daily Advisor , 25,000 slip, trip, and fall accidents occur daily in the United States during the winter months. Winter Driving Accidents Snow and ice can make the muddy roads more hazardous, so it’s best to give your workers training about driving during winter weather.

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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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