Levelset
JUNE 29, 2022
In this article, we’ll look at the top 10 violations found during OSHA inspections in 2021, the cost of OSHA violations, and how to prevent them. OSHA averages more than 30,000 inspections annually , including many unscheduled visits arising from employee complaints or injuries. Citations: 5,465 Inspections: 5,327 Penalties: $28.8
Levelset
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Falls trigger a lot of OSHA safety inspections, and they account for half of the top 10 violations handed out by the Office. Powered-up equipment and electrical lines stand out as two principal risks on a jobsite. You should also ensure that electrical equipment is adequately powered down and completely shut off. Electrocution.
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Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
De-energize, lock out, and tag electrical circuits. Inspect electrical power panel. Check electrical connections and wiring for loose or overheated conditions. Inspect control panel for loose connections. Inspect Bollard/Barricade coatings, decals and paint. Visually inspect for corrosion.
Safety Services Company
JANUARY 21, 2018
Estimates suggest that repetitive motion injuries cost United States businesses over $20 billion just in workers’ compensation alone. As a final note, training and inspection where RSIs are concerned must be thorough and ongoing. Business costs aside, RSIs are a heavy burden to the individual as well. Follow proper lifting techniques.
Julian Construction
DECEMBER 7, 2011
Also verify that the contractor is insured and carries workers’ compensation. If you hire a contractor that doesn’t have workers’ compensation, you are legally considered the employer, and can be held accountable for any job-related injuries. Inspection Consultation. Foundation Inspections. Invalid URL.
Safety Services Company
FEBRUARY 24, 2014
Estimates suggest that repetitive motion injuries cost United States businesses over $20 billion just in workers’ compensation alone. For example, for work tasks installing screws and nails, pneumatic hand tools or electric screwdrivers are better than manual tools that require repetitive twisting or bending at the wrist.
Pro Builder
AUGUST 5, 2022
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. across 36 separate and independent jobsite safety inspections by SFI conducted between January and March of this year. Request OSHA pre-inspections for every new jobsite.
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