article thumbnail

November 2016 Newsletter – Tips on responding to new OSHA drug testing, injury reporting guidance

FDR Safety

One of the most significant OSHA actions of 2016 was issuing guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs. OSHA threw a curve ball to employers with its recent guidance on drug testing, injury reporting and safety incentive programs, leaving companies wondering how to respond. By Andrew Kaake.

Injury 120
article thumbnail

Job Order Contracting Guide

Job Order Contracting

It is assumed that all workers are skilled for the particular task in concert with safety (OSHA) requirements. Labor rates are for direct labor, without overhead and profit, however include fringe benefits and allowances for Social Security and Medicare taxes, worker’s compensation, unemployment insurance and employee benefits.

Contract 100
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Hilti Unveils Semi-Autonomous Overhead Drilling Robot, Called Jaibot

Construction Junkie

The unit requires an operator for set up, transport, and in field troubleshooting, but increases the accuracy of the holes, while reducing safety risks associated with overhead work. But leveraging the opportunities offered by digitization will compensate for it. courtesy of Hilti.

article thumbnail

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

Levelset

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) have both developed “Focus Four” lists that highlight job hazards that can have long-term negative effects on the health of your employees and your construction business. . Hydration helps combat the frequency of heat stroke.

Safety 52
article thumbnail

YOUR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR WORKPLACE SAFETY

Safety Services Company

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) upholds the OSH Act by representing and enforcing standards that finely detail employer safety responsibilities and protect employee safety rights. A large part of this enforcement includes workplace auditing, report investigation, and citation for safety violations.

article thumbnail

OSHA Top 10 Mini-Series: Hazard Communication

Safety Services Company

OSHA Top Ten List of Cited Violations for 2018. 10 Most Cited Violations according to Federal OSHA. As of September 30th 2018 , the top two most frequently cited standards following OSHA worksite inspections are violations. how the OSHA standard is applied at that facility. OSHA also provides a quick reference.

OSHA 48
article thumbnail

OSHA Top 10 Mini-Series: Hazard Communication

Safety Services Company

OSHA Top Ten List of Cited Violations for 2018. Every year, The Occupational Safety and Health Authority publishes its list of the To 10 most cited violations according to Federal OSHA. Transport information. What is a Hazardous Chemical and Do I Have Dny at My Workplace? Create a written Hazard Communication Plan.

OSHA 48