BD+C

MAY 3, 2024

Advancing Healthcare: Medical Office Buildings at the Forefront of Access and Safety 1 kcichowicz Fri, 05/03/2024 - 07:18 Healthcare Facilities This article explores the pivotal shift from traditional hospital settings to Medical Office Buildings (MOBs), focusing on how these facilities enhance patient access.

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

THIS ARTICLE IS FOCUSED ON prevention through design (PTD) and why use of the term “zero energy” lockout/tagout (LOTO) for all service and maintenance tasks creates a range of adverse impacts. This article also discusses means and methods for workers to safely perform service and maintenance tasks when energy is required.

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FDR Safety

MAY 22, 2018

But before the group of about 300 workers embark on a day’s work, they gather for a message: safety first. If you have yet to read the above article, this is an excellent example of how the implementation of a Safety Culture can positively impact a project no matter the size or budget.

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Construction Law

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Our latest CL Guide series article comes from Rachel Chaplin of DLA Piper who examines implications of the new building safety regime. This story is only available to subscribers to the printed edition of Construction Law. If you have a subscription please log in to read the rest of the story.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. . Common jobsite safety risks. Risks to employees are a top priority for contractors, and threats to health and safety aren’t the only cause for concern.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations. It is written as a series for those who are new to safety or have an expanded role within safety.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

So, how do you select safety gloves that will protect your workers’ hands from sharp objects without inhibiting their performance and comfort? Cut Resistance Protection Levels There are industry standards established that refer to specific test methods to assign protection levels for safety gloves, including cut resistance.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations. It is written as a series for those who are new to safety or have an expanded role within safety.

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Fieldwire

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

For example, in the United States, an astounding one out of every five deaths in the workplace is due to a construction accident , according to statistics published by the country’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Fundamentals: that is the key word for this article. Safety Training. Management System.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 17, 2020

In addition to everyday safety challenges, with winter comes snow and ice. The most recent data from the National Safety Council reports that over 48,000 people are injured seriously enough to miss work due to a slip, trip, or fall injury. With snow and ice comes additional potential for slips, trips, and falls.

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HardHatChat

MAY 24, 2016

Construction worker safety is a priority for Englewood Construction. Like most successful construction firms, Englewood Construction makes construction worker safety a top priority. The EC team in action at the American Girl Place in the Mall of America. I was more than happy to weigh in. Chuck Taylor. Director of Operations.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Choosing prescription safety glasses for work can be confusing. The basic question seems simple enough – to pick the best set of safety glasses shouldn’t be that hard, should it? But there are many different options and features available in prescription safety glasses which makes it difficult to select the right one.

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Construction Law

APRIL 2, 2024

The government’s own net zero carbon targets are at risk if the speed of delivery of investments isn’t increased. CL guides Limitation on liability Our latest Construction Law Guides series article from Claire Turnbull of DLA Piper looks at limitations on liability.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2021

That’s right, too much Zoom can impact our safety while driving. In an article published by NBC News , we learned that 54% of drivers admit to a lack of focus behind the wheel after Zoom calls, not actively participating in them while driving. appeared first on FDRsafety.

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 12, 2019

Wearable technology, virtual reality, and augmented reality will likely change workplace risk management, according to an article in Risk and Insurance. These technologies will soon allow employers to use VR, for example, to review the physiological limits of a task before sending a live human to…

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Work Gearz

MAY 22, 2021

If you work with cars or with other types of machinery that require a mechanic, you may be working with things that are in motion and consequentially safety measures become a priority. A good pair of safety glasses can make all the difference in protecting your vision long term. . Comparison of Top Safety Glasses for Mechanics.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

For specifiers tasked with selecting bird-friendly glazing, this article provides an overview of current glass testing options and other information to help in designing a beautiful yet bird-friendly building. The post Understanding bird safety testing in North America appeared first on Construction Specifier. How big is the problem?

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2021

When working on manufacturing or construction sites, safety is always a top priority. If you work in an industry prone to these hazards, read through this article as it lists down hoisting and rigging hazards to watch out for. Therefore, they may want to use safety toe caps whenever they perform work around a high load, like a beam. .

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Work Gearz

APRIL 9, 2021

Safety glasses are standard PPE for construction sites. Buying a good pair of protective safety glasses is essential to the health of your eyes. But the best pair of safety glasses should be tailored to your particular needs, a pair that you will wear willingly because effective without causing you problems or irritation. .

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 4, 2020

So, being visible to others while at work is most crucial to be saved from all potential dangers and this can only be achieved if you wear a safety vest. But then there are different classes of safety vests meant for specific purposes. For example a class 1 safety vests serves different purposes than a class 2 safety vest.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 14, 2021

If so, you may want to invest in a polarized pair of safety glasses. As opposed to just tinted safety glasses’ lenses, these glasses are made to specifically and significantly reduce glare produced by sunlight while you are working. Polarized Safety Glasses Lens Frame UVA/UVB Style. Jackson Safety V30 Nemesis.

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. Marni Hogen, Director of Health and Safety at Mortenson How did you get into the Construction industry ?

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Work Gearz

JULY 10, 2020

nearly 20% of the deaths on the construction sites happened due to not wearing of the safety vests. . Benefits of Wearing Safety Vests in Construction Sites. Safety vests are high visibility vests and have immense benefits for workers in the construction sites. The Negatives of not wearing safety vests. ? SAFETY VESTS.

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Construction Equipment

DECEMBER 10, 2019

To make construction sites safer this winter, here is a list of safety tips that will lower risks and threats: Planning and hazard assessment Before the winter season arrives, an article in OHSCanada suggests doing a hazard assessment involving management, clients, contractors, and workers.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. The New York Times recently featured the construction recruiting struggle in its article: A New Recruitment Tool for Construction: The Joystick.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In this article, we dive into three key steps you can take to counter the labor gap. Jobsites are more dangerous than your average workspace, and failing to implement proper safety measures can have devastating consequences. Due to the industry's inherent safety risks, candidates may be more discerning about the firms they work with.

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Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 21, 2013

Whether an employee is talking on a cell phone while working, or not wearing his or her personal protective equipment, many workers have placed themselves and others at needless risk to save time or be more comfortable. First thoughts about safety. Many companies establish safety as a “No. It’s not enough to make safety a “No.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 6, 2021

Many professionals already use prescription eyewear and prefer to continue using their own glasses as opposed to searching for prescription safety glasses. Over-prescription safety glasses allow you to wear your regular prescription glasses and be safe at the same time. Comparison Table of Top Over-Prescription Safety Glasses.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 1, 2022

The quality of the build and meeting pre-set safety and health targets may also be important factors in determining the success of construction work. This article will explore four ways to prevent typical bottlenecks in construction project workflows. Solid Risk Management. The upside is that a construction project is 2.5

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Work Gearz

APRIL 15, 2021

Bifocal safety glasses are a wonderful piece of PPE if you normally wear bifocals and need to see both up close and at a distance. Comparison of Top Bifocal Safety Glasses. Bifocal Safety Glasses Lens Material Frame Material Bifocal Extra. 3M Reader’s Safety +1.5 Pyramex Safety Intruder Reader + 1.5 UV protection.

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BD+C

JUNE 14, 2023

Design considerations for behavioral health patients 0 dbarista Wed, 06/14/2023 - 18:30 Healthcare Facilities The surrounding environment plays a huge role in the mental state of the occupants of a space, especially behavioral health patients whose perception of safety can be heightened.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 23, 2014

An article on an Australian safety website described the tragic death of a worker whose coat was caught in a lathe and asked the question that is the title of this article: Can metal lathes be made safe? The article went on to offer the following ideas: “How can these risks be minimised?

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Construction Law

DECEMBER 5, 2023

News Our regular news round up of construction law and procurement stories reports on two highly critical reports of government spending plans for schools and hospitals; and record fines being levied on a landlord and property management company for fire risks. Building Safety Act Safe as (qualifying tenants’) houses?

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 5, 2020

Well, there are several risks in working with electricity in the rainy season. Not only this, but there are several other do’s and don’ts of handling electricity during the rainy season and this article will help you to know all about them. Change the entire set up for better safety. In fact, they are the worst enemies!

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The pre-made concrete stairs pose fewer environmental and health risks to the workers, especially since there is less dust to breathe and almost no danger of structures collapsing caused by inadequate curing. . All of these features are ideal for commercial buildings that will have many people’s safety to protect. To Conclude.

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Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

In this article, we will review both the risks associated with trenching and steps job sites can take to protect workers from harm. No trench should cost someone their life.

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