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Fed watchdog wants DOD to have better insight into contractors' safety records

Construction Dive

The Government Accountability Office said that OSHA violations should be tied to a company identification number so that defense contractors can weigh safety records before awarding projects.

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Cold Weather Safety Tips for Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

When one side of the world is focusing on heat safety, the other is ramping up for cold weather worker exposure. Much like when we talked about the importance of heat safety on the job , employers are responsible and required to protect workers from safety hazards, including cold temperatures and extreme weather.

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Federal study highlights dangers facing military construction contractors

Construction Dive

Government Accountability Office found a number of safety infractions on Department of Defense jobs.

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Best Over-The-Glasses Safety Goggles for Work

Work Gearz

I am also a tradesman and part of my permanent PPE is a pair of safety glasses or safety goggles. I had thought about using contact lenses under safety glasses, however, even a little dust can cause eye irritation and create problems for me. Unfortunately, not all safety goggles were designed with eyeglass wearers in mind.

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Everyday Employee Safety

Safety Services Company

How to Promote Employee Safety in the Workplace. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover employee safety. On the job safety is a program of proactive participation between employers, supervisors, and employees; safety is everyone’s business. Everyone needs to be involved in company safety.

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Building Perimeters are Only One Layer in Safe School Design

BD+C

Government Accountability Office, current or former students account for half of school shootings. Using such glazing can complement a hardened building envelope by providing another layer of defense. This lawmaker brings up a valid concern. According to the U.S. But what more can be done?

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Expert Advice for Reducing ?Risk of Cyberattacks

Pro Builder

With ransomware, you know you’re being held for ransom quite quickly, but business email compromise can lead to a threat actor actually taking over aspects of your operations, taking over accounts, and sending out a request for payment to your vendors and clients for a period of time. You have perimeter defenses. so you have elevation.

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