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4 Ways Planning Helps to Improve Safety on Jobsites

Construction Business Owner

Working in construction inherently poses a higher risk of on-site accidents and other health and safety hazards off-site. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) categorizes falls, caught in- or-between, struck-by and electrocution as the “Focus Four” construction hazards responsible for most jobsite incidents.

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What Certifications Does A Crane Need To Operate On Construction Sites?

Construction Marketing

Crane certifications are crucial for construction site operations due to their critical role and potential risks. A solid commitment to safety can help reduce legal liabilities resulting from accidents or non-compliance with safety regulations. Proper certification and training are crucial for preventing these accidents.

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What Should You Do When There is an Accident at Your Construction Site?

Best Practices Construction Law

You probably saw last month’s report about a major accident at a construction site in downtown Miami, Florida. This is a good reminder of the lessons to learn when investigating or handling an accident on a construction site. These include: Prepare before the accident. Act diligently when an accident occurs.

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Are You Ready For An OSHA Audit?

FDR Safety

OSHA sees great opportunity because your industry does realize finger injuries and amputations that are not realized in other companies where operators have automation and/or engineered safeguards to protect the point of operation. Risk assessment is done with a clipboard and pencil on the factory floor. We can help.

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U.S. appeals court rules against OSHA on machine guards

FDR Safety

A federal appeals court has ruled against OSHA in a case stemming from a fatal accident involving a lathe at a manufacturing plant, saying that the agency’s interpretation of its regulations on machine guards “strains a common sense reading.”. The accident at a Loren Cook Co. The 8th U.S. The post U.S.

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What are the common safety violations in construction work and how can you avoid them?

Lets Build

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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The Danger of Over-Reporting on your OSHA 300 Forms

Safety Services Company

Per OSHA’s regulation 29 CFR 1904, employers with more than 10 employees are required to keep a record of serious work-related injuries and illnesses. The information is recorded, in detail, on the OSHA 300 forms. OSHA tracks this information with the goal of preventing accidents in the future. Recordable or Not?

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