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Amputations in Manufacturing – A New OSHA National Emphasis Program

FDR Safety

OSHA Area Offices may add, based on local evidence, manufacturing establishments (regardless of the NAICS codes) to the master list where amputation injuries or fatalities related to machinery and equipment have occurred in the five years preceding the effective date of this Instruction.

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September 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Require that contractors provide you with documentation of their safety performance and safety program. Documentation of their Experience Modification Rating, which measures Workers Compensation claims experience. A copy of their OSHA 300A log, which summarizes on-the-job injuries and illnesses. Review the documentation.

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

Pro Builder

Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . Selective Insurance recently released the results of a 10-year study of workplace injury trends , based on 110,000 workers’ compensation claims between 2011 and 2021. Fri, 08/05/2022 - 07:00.

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Job Safety Analysis (JSA): What It Is and How to Do It

Levelset

JSAs mitigate the risk of loss or injury on a construction jobsite. Injuries and illnesses can cause lost time and reduced productivity, which can delay projects and increase costs. OSHA inspections can happen at any time, and penalties and fines can be expensive. Benefits of JSAs in construction. What are the consequences?

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Examining OSHA’s Pending IIPP Standard

Safety Services Company

OSHA is directing its efforts toward enforcing a standard in which employers nationwide will be required to establish a thorough, written injury and illness prevention program (IIPP). This will include investigating incidents, inspecting the workplace for hazards, and identifying new hazards created by worksite changes or emergencies.

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Third-Party Auditors Helping Connect the Dots of Contractor Verification

Safety Services Company

Throughout the process, the third-party auditor inspects and validates the documentation uploaded. Common types of documentation and requirements include safety programs, training programs, insurance information, workers’ compensation information, incident statistics, financial stability, and past performance.

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Wind Turbine (Windmill) Safety and Maintenance

Safety Services Company

If someone has a knee injury they will compensate and strain other parts of their anatomy – the same principle applies with turbines. Keep up to Date: You should strive to keep up with the latest news and safety documentation. Many manufacturers offer comprehensive documents and updates via their websites.

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