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7 Ways to Improve Construction Site Safety

Levelset

In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S. 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. . Common jobsite safety risks. Make safety a priority.

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Top 8 Construction Health and Safety Hazards — and Ways to Protect Your Jobsite

Levelset

By the same token, many potential situations pose risk to the health and safety of your employees and others working on the jobsite. Hazardous conditions can have both short-term and long-term financial consequences along with the possibility of work-related illness or injury. . Struck-by accidents. Electrocution.

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A Guide to Contractor Management and Prequalification

Safety Services Company

Every hiring client seeks suppliers that meet and exceed expectations regarding safety , work ethics, and project management. You must maintain your accounts on the relevant platforms, keep track of regulations, and keep your staff updated with the latest advances in safety protocols. Let’s explore this in detail: 1.

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April 2017 Newsletter – A “New, New OSHA” Emerges

FDR Safety

Reports of amputations lead to improved workplace safety through employer settlements. OSHA wants to hear from the public on draft Process Safety Management guidance documents. Record number of Michigan employers “Take a Stand” for workplace safety and health. 3M recalls fall prevention device over safety concerns.

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Process Safety Management

Safety Services Company

Process Safety Management. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of process safety managment. Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals prevents or minimizes the consequences of catastrophic releases of toxic, reactive, flammable or explosive chemicals. Operating Procedures.

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What Happens When You Don’t Wear PPE?

Work Gearz

Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) keeps you safe in the workplace from hazardous conditions that pose a threat to your safety. However, for every cooperative employee, there is one who does not take their safety seriously. . Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. Construction Safety. This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury.