Construction Dive

AUGUST 3, 2018

The Centers for Disease Control suggested that employers start screening workers for heat stress when the heat index reaches 85 F rather than the 91 F OSHA currently recommends.

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Construction Equipment

DECEMBER 10, 2020

New guidance documents from OSHA outline measures employers should take to help prevent the spread of Covid-19 and reduce the risk of heat-related illness among workers wearing cloth facial coverings in hot and humid conditions or performing strenuous tasks. According to Safety and Health magazine…

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Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Training your employees on safety measures and equipment. Hire experts.

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Construction Junkie

JANUARY 6, 2021

Congratulations, you made it through 2020, but now it’s time to do you taxes and turn in your OSHA 300A Form. By March 2nd, 2021, all non-exempt construction companies must submit their OSHA Form 300A for the year 2020, which is the Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses, to OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application (ITA).

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Construction Junkie

AUGUST 31, 2020

After being enforced for a little over 2 years, the 2018 beryllium standards for construction are being revised to clarify the administration’s standards, and simplify and improve compliance, after pushback from industry groups. You can view the revised final rule, in its entirety, by clicking or tapping here.

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Construction Dive

AUGUST 3, 2018

The Center for Disease Control suggested that employers start screening workers for heat stress when the heat index reaches 85 degrees Fahrenheit rather than the 91 F OSHA currently recommends.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 5, 2020

OSHA Updates List of COVID-19 Resources for Construction Industry . The information includes a construction-industry-specific webpage with coronavirus-related guidance for construction employers and workers. It includes recommended actions to reduce the risk of exposure to the coronavirus. Peter Fabris.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 30, 2012

While appropriate use of lockout/tagout is critical to safe operation, OSHA sometimes has been going too far in ramping up lockout enforcement, as shown in a recent case where a violation was withdrawn. This type of activity actually falls under OSHA’s established exemption for minor servicing. Lockout citation withdrawn.

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Construction Junkie

AUGUST 25, 2020

The Construction Industry Safety Alliance (CISC), has recently updated their COVID-19 Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Plan for Construction. The purpose of the resource guide is “to outline the steps that every employer and employee can take to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19,” the guide states.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

There are tens of dozens of work boots available for construction workers, but you may wonder which type of boot is appropriate for a project engineer or construction project manager. Do Construction Managers Need Steel Toe Work Boots? Are There Specific Legal Safety Requirements for Construction Boots?

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Work Gearz

MAY 29, 2022

Such a job involves risks that can lead to severe injuries. Considering protecting the head is just as important as shielding any other part of the body, OSHA has suggested that even mechanics should wear hard hats as a part of their PPE gear. There is always some sort of risk involved in a mechanic’s day-to-day work.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Two contractors working for a construction firm bid for projects in the same city —we’ll call them Mark and Bob. How Your Safety Record Can Edge Out Competition What can set your construction company apart when project qualifications appear equal when bidding for projects? Consider this! Here’s where things change.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Without completing it, you risk losing qualifications or compliance until it’s finished. Question: I Needed to Report Injuries on My OSHA Logs. Ensuring you have the accurate NAICS code listed on your OSHA logs is key to ensuring your TRIR is accurately reported for your industry. Additional training courses may also be needed.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 5, 2018

OSHA Safety & Compliance. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA safety and compliance. OSHA Inspections. Workplace inspections and investigations are conducted by OSHA compliance safety and health officers trained in safety and industrial hygiene. Walkthrough.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 9, 2013

OSHA issues plan to target high risk workplaces. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology. As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. OSHA Regulations.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

OSHA Top 10 Series: Fall Protection Applications and Innovative Technology . As part of our continued focus on OSHA’s Top Ten most frequently cited violations to its standards, in this article we will focus specifically on Fall Protection as it is the number one most commonly cited standard for 2018. OSHA Regulations.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

To get ahead, it’s also important for contractors to keep up with what’s going on throughout the construction industry. Contractors Turning to Alternative Construction Solutions Amid Workforce Shortage. The ongoing labor shortage in construction is leading some contractors to try out new ways to boost efficiency.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 14, 2022

While light rain can be tackled with certain precautions if the work in hand demands immediate completion, heavy rain on the other hand can prove too troublesome and hazardous to work in especially for construction works like bricklaying, roofing, earthing, etc. How the construction work is affected in rain? So, let’s get started….

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FDR Safety

JULY 12, 2016

OSHA’s new, misguided requirement for detailed electronic reporting of injury and illness data by employers has come under legal challenge by a coalition of trade associations, employers and an insurance company. OSHA contends that such programs may encourage the under-reporting of illnesses and injuries.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 30, 2018

Even if you’re busy, we recommend taking a look at this month’s top headlines in construction news, especially since some pertain to seasonal safety and the industry’s labor market. Construction Jobless Rate Hits 18-Year Low, Industry Adds 19,000 Jobs. So take a moment and see what stories you should act on now and keep on your radar.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. Hardware Stores. Meat and Fish Markets.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 29, 2018

Compared to other industries, construction can be pretty dangerous. Yet we’ve also seen practical insights into how construction technology can improve worker safety. Read the following stories from May’s construction news to find out what’s new, what’s changing and what’s worth your attention.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. Hardware Stores. Meat and Fish Markets.

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Construction Equipment

MAY 27, 2014

OSHA has launched its fourth annual Campaign to Prevent Heat Illness in Outdoor Workers. The campaign aims to raise awareness and educate workers and employers about the dangers of working in hot weather and provide resources and guidance to address these hazards.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 20, 2020

In 2018, the construction industry led all industries with 1,008 fatal work industries. If you’re a construction safety veteran, your safety program is well established and falls in line with OSHA requirements. Here are the top 6 training courses for the construction industry that address high risk activities: 1.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Federal OSHA regulations are simply the minimum standard. Maryland OSHA (MOSH) is one of the “state plan” states that administer their own “mini-OSHA.” MOSH wants employers to keep those designs at the worksite even longer to include while they are being used in the larger construction project. Smoking at Work.

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Constructlaw

JUNE 30, 2021

This article summarizes the current landscape in Pennsylvania and California as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, and highlights important considerations for employers in the construction industry in relation to vaccines and navigating a post-mask mandate world. Requiring employers to document vaccination status of employees.

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Work Gearz

MAY 16, 2022

Being a construction worker is not really a walk in the park. With the risk of workplace accidents and the fair share of daily trouble and hardships, construction workers do have to put up with a lot on a day to day basis. And this is why you see construction workers don bright hues like yellow.  Read on to find out. 

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 14, 2016

The deadly fact is this: Nearly 40 percent of all deaths in the construction industry are the result of a preventable fall. Yet, some employers continue to ignore the dangers and put their workers at risk of a debilitating or fatal fall.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 3, 2021

We’ve put together a list of the top 7 construction safety meeting topics you should be addressing regularly. Each of these topics is highly relevant to the construction industry. They were chosen based on the number of accidents and injuries that occur each year at construction workplaces. Let’s take a closer look.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 3, 2014

The SST program is one of OSHA’s main programmed inspection plans for high-hazard, non-construction workplaces that have 20 or more workers. Programmed inspections of nursing and personal care establishments will continue under OSHA’s Nursing and Personal Care Facilities National Emphasis Program.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

On November 17, 2016, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a Final Rule designed to better protect workers at risk of falls from heights or on the same level. It will not have an effect on Construction or Agriculture standards. Cages and wells are not a ladder safety system.

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FDR Safety

JULY 27, 2016

Before joining FDRsafety, Brad served as Senior Vice President of Safety, Health & Environment for AECOM’s Energy, Infrastructure & Industrial Construction Operating Group, and held a similar position with legacy company URS Corporation. In this role, he initiated the first alliance between the OSHA and a private company.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 1, 2022

Safety is foundational to construction. After all, safety can affect all these aspects of a construction project, and more. Read on for 10 key ways you can improve construction safety, and set your team and future projects up for a safer, better end result. 10 Winning Strategies to Enhance Construction Safety.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

On November 17, 2016, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued a Final Rule designed to better protect workers at risk of falls from heights or on the same level. It will not have an effect on Construction or Agriculture standards. Cages and wells are not a ladder safety system.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

So, for professionals that work in the construction business, are Timberland boots a good choice for construction work? How Do You Choose Good Work Boots for Construction? The quest for a good pair of construction work boots can be quite challenging.   What Kind of Safety Features Do Construction Work Boots Need?

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