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Top 8 Construction Health and Safety Hazards — and Ways to Protect Your Jobsite

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By the same token, many potential situations pose risk to the health and safety of your employees and others working on the jobsite. Here’s an overview of eight of the top safety and health hazards in construction — and some preventive measures you can take to avoid these risks. . Electrocution.

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Hard Hats & Crafts – Celebrating Women Leaders in Construction Safety

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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. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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OSHA Testing Can Reduce Employer Liability, Saves Companies Money

Construction Law Monitor

million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While While it’s not possible to prevent every accident, the need to promote safety in the workplace is obvious.

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Examining OSHA’s Pending IIPP Standard

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IIPPs aren’t a new idea; most companies already have a program in place designed to reduce or eliminate worksite health and safety hazards. This will include investigating incidents, inspecting the workplace for hazards, and identifying new hazards created by worksite changes or emergencies.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

Preventative maintenance is critical to facilities occupant health and safety, as well as meeting an organization’s fiduciary responsibilities. Check Bollard/Barricade safeties (proximity, Photo, infra red, pressure etc) 7. Inspect electrical power panel. Inspect control panel for loose connections. Tool Group A.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

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Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), also known as “Superfund,” covers improper disposal or intent to dispose of hazardous waste. View the list of chemicals subject to CERCLA here.

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What Is Building Valuation | Purposes of Building Valuation | Building Valuation Methods

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The calculating method of the worth or monetary cost of a building at present is known to us as the building valuation. Before one buys a building or sells a building he should estimate the present value of the property. It is also important for safety. In such cases compensation is paid to the owner of the property.

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