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Electrical Workers Taking Deadly Safety Risks

Safety Services Company

A recently released report from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) states that electricity-related deaths in Ontario declined 38 per cent the past five years. Powerline contact accounted for almost half of all electrical-related fatalities in the past ten years. Safety incidents tend to be associated with unsafe work practices.

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Estimating- The New Normal

Chianelli Estimating

Safety has always been a vital part of building however now the added expense needed to comply with the new normal will wreak havoc. The above outline mainly illustrates the effects it may have on Commercial Estimating departments for Commercial and Non Residential Contractors. Accounting expanse. Office Utilities.

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Safe Site Check In’s Touch-Free, Paperless Check In and Health Screenings, Offer Post Pandemic Benefits

Construction Junkie

Historically, it has been pretty difficult to track who enters a construction site or building and when, which can pose a safety and health risk to your jobsite, especially during a global pandemic. This article has been sponsored by Safe Site Check In. For more information, visit safesitecheckin.com. The Safe Site Check In Summary Metrics.

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

Levelset

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. Well-run construction outfits always have a safety department or a director of safety.”. According to BLS data, falls accounted for more than 1 in 3 jobsite fatalities in 2019.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

For example, assume you paint residential structures of all types. Dollar amounts for coverage are customizable and can range into the millions for small-to-medium-sized companies that take on residential and small commercial jobs. . Workers compensation insurance. Tool or equipment floaters. Cyber insurance.

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Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being

Pro Builder

Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being. Jobsite safety is critical for workers and for your home building company. More than half of that spending (56%) went toward safety education, a sign that construction remains a potentially dangerous job. Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

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20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020

Building Radar

Virtual reality for more safety on the construction site 18. Wirelessly networked and Internet-enabled sensors and actuators increase comfort, safety and energy efficiency. The result is a reduction in construction costs and increased safety, both in planning and on the construction site.