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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. . 7 best practices to improve construction site safety.

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Suspended prison sentence for director after scaffold tube strikes overhead power line

Construction Law

A Kent scaffolding company has been fined and its director given a suspended prison sentence after a scaffolder suffered life changing injuries from an 11,000-volt electric shock. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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Judge rejects injured subcontractor’s argument that he was an ‘employee’

Construction Law

A Scottish court has found that a contractor could not be held liable for injuries suffered by a subcontractor when he fell on a wet metal roof during a solar panel installation. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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7 Ways Construction Companies Can Keep Their Workers Safe

Construction Marketing

Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. As an employer, you should ensure that your construction site offers maximum safety and security standards to its workers. Here are critical steps you can undertake to enhance safety at your construction site.

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Construction Work Accidents- Where Do the Risks Lie?

Constructonomics

Whilst the UK construction industry continues to see growth month on month, it still remains a potentially dangerous industry to be a part of, with the risk of injury apparent every day. In 2012/13, there were 39 fatal injuries to workers within the construction industry. Major Injuries.

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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials

Construction Marketing

If you’re running a construction business, you’ll need to learn how to properly store and manage different materials on construction sites. Aside from those, here are other things you must keep in mind: Take the weather into account. Ensure Proper Site Security . Select A Storage Area Carefully.

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Preventing Falls: How Contractors can Master Ladder Safety One Step at a Time

Safety Services Company

In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times! Construction sites make up the vast majority of accidents and, unfortunately, fatalities. Why is this the case, and what should contractors look for?

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