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. Source: U.S.

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Lets Build

JULY 24, 2017

The role of asset tracking software in the construction industry. The construction industry is a burgeoning sector, hammering out the very foundations of modern society as we know it. The construction equipment market is projected to amount to 192 billion USD in 2017! A huge part of this is managing construction assets.

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. But because of the inherent dangers on construction jobsites, contractors are under close scrutiny for compliance. OSHA standards for construction. Peter Lindborg. View profile.

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Work Gearz

JULY 7, 2020

Construction sites pose a major threat for the workers, be it small injuries or be fatal ones. And construction helmets are just apt for the purpose and are the ones you definitely cannot go without in a construction site. It protects the head from injuries against sharp objects. Things will be messier for you.

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Work Gearz

MAY 29, 2022

This means they have to work with all kinds of tools, objects, equipment, etc. Such a job involves risks that can lead to severe injuries. The former type of mechanic works with large machines and equipment, whereas, the latter type of mechanic works with small machines, equipment, and items. Electrical hazard protection.

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Work Gearz

JULY 10, 2020

nearly 20% of the deaths on the construction sites happened due to not wearing of the safety vests. . Benefits of Wearing Safety Vests in Construction Sites. Safety vests are high visibility vests and have immense benefits for workers in the construction sites. 96% of the deaths occurred due to struck by an object or equipment.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2021

For instance, it’s very common in the construction industry for employees to go through training. It helps reduce the number of accidents and injuries in the workplace. There are different versions of OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 for construction, maritime, disaster site, and general industry workers. Benefits of Training.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

On construction sites, hard hats are the greatest way to protect yourself against serious, life-altering injury or death. And these are enough reasons why you need a protective gear on your head to avoid fatal injuries. These guidelines include standards from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? The same can be said for the field of construction. From financial difficulties to fatal accidents, construction risk management is integral in order to secure a company’s survival and eventual growth. WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT?

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? The same can be said for the field of construction. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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Fieldwire

JANUARY 11, 2023

Here are four topics that will be a priority for construction businesses in 2023: Reducing carbon emissions According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) , the building and construction industry accounts for 36% of final energy use and 39% of energy and process-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, globally.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 21, 2018

According to OSHA, falls accounted for 38.7% (384 out of 991) of construction related deaths in 2016 and was the #1 most frequently cited OSHA violation in 2017. [1]. Most injuries on the jobsite happen because people aren’t using safe work practices. Safeguard against fall-related injuries by always using the right fall-protection.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 21, 2018

According to OSHA, falls accounted for 38.7% (384 out of 991) of construction related deaths in 2016 and was the #1 most frequently cited OSHA violation in 2017. [1]. Most injuries on the jobsite happen because people aren’t using safe work practices. Safeguard against fall-related injuries by always using the right fall-protection.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 19, 2020

A diabetic patient is always advised by doctors to wear protective footwear because diabetics are prone to catch ailments from foot injuries which can be even fatal. The OSHA safety guidelines require every employee working under hazardous conditions to wear safety shoes in order to prevent the chances of foot injuries.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

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. Each year more than 150,000 people across all industry sectors injury their hand in some manner.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

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. 30 it will once again will extend for three months its temporary enforcement measures in residential construction.

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Work Gearz

JANUARY 30, 2021

Construction workers often ask if you can wear a hard hat backwards and there are some strict rules about this. A hard hat is there to do a job and that is to protect a worker from falling debris, accidents with tools or machinery, injury from impact, or electrical shock accidents. The cons are:-. Who can wear hard hat backwards?

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 13, 2012

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. 12 it will extend for three months its temporary enforcement measures in residential construction.

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Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Throughout my career, I have spoken with clients and students about the benefits of preplanning activities in construction. Yes, we do plan on a macro level, spending a great deal of time on documents such as the master schedule, the construction drawings, and the project specifications. The failure isn’t in the execution.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 6, 2021

A forklift is a heavy machine or equipment that several big industries use to help make work easier for themselves. It is a challenging job, which is why OSHA has laid out certain guidelines to be followed by every employer. So apart from protecting your feet from injuries, the work boots should be fit you well too.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites. Trenching and excavating are two of the most dangerous activities in the construction industry. Fran Smith safety director for Cavan Construction , in the greater Philadelphia area, advises workers to never enter a trench unless it has been properly inspected.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 26, 2013

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. The speculation is that many of those injuries likely happened in the home. Follow those same guidelines in your home.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 10, 2013

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. Use these simple guidelines to protect yourself when doing yard work. RSHA Outdoor Safety. RSHA Lawn Maintenance.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 12, 2023

of budgets are spent on injury while only 2.6% Failure to invest in training puts your teams and organization at risk of injury and loss. How to Sufficiently Train Employees Investing more in safety training doesn’t only ensure prequalification but has sizable impacts on lowering the risk of onsite injury. on training.

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Work Gearz

MARCH 19, 2021

If they work at a construction site, the answer is probably a resounding yes! The Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines state. So, if a carpenter is not exposed to possible injuries of the head, head protective gear would not be required by OSHA standards. Comparison of Top Carpenter Hard Hats.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

As a person who has been in the construction field for over a decade now, I am very well aware of how these helmets can get quite irritating at times. As hard hats are constructed to give complete protection to the user’s head, drilling holes in them can compromise the safety offered in many ways. Is this really a good idea?

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Safety Services Company

JULY 5, 2018

Sunscreen may be considered Personal Protective Equipment when used to defend against over-exposure from “photon” radiation. Avoiding Ultraviolet Radiation Injuries. Workers at the greatest risk of UV injuries or illness are construction workers, agricultural workers, landscapers, and gardeners. How to prevent exposure.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

In the case of catastrophic accidents, including fatalities or accidents resulting in multiple serious injuries, special care must be taken when it comes to the designation of company representatives. Discuss any safety issues that may be encountered during the inspection, including personal protective equipment required by your company.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 5, 2018

Sunscreen may be considered Personal Protective Equipment when used to defend against over-exposure from “photon” radiation. Avoiding Ultraviolet Radiation Injuries. Workers at the greatest risk of UV injuries or illness are construction workers, agricultural workers, landscapers, and gardeners. How to prevent exposure.

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Work Gearz

MARCH 5, 2022

Lightweight cement construction lessens the overall weight of the boot. The boots are equipped with a boot insole in EVA with lots of cushioning and it is removable. When considering mobility capability, construction, material, weight, and design will come into play. Ortholite Acilles cuff for extra comfort. Protection .

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

1926.501 Construction Fall Protection requirements with a 32 in. OSHA is not going to approve or endorse a specific plan, but warns that working conditions and changing or incorrectly applying equipment, service or system can easily create a hazardous condition. Does maintenance have to be trained on new equipment?

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Fieldwire

JANUARY 16, 2024

Effective construction project management requires you to balance multiple moving parts. Embracing technology in the construction project life cycle In order to use today’s technology to improve your project management strategies, you must understand how it can assist you through each stage of the construction life cycle.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

via Four BT, LLC – 4BT enables owners to consistently deliver quality facilities repair, renovation, and minor new construction projects on-demand, on-time, and on-budget. Recommended Tools, Materials, and Equipment: 1. This standard is not intended to address all fall protection related equipment. Tool Group A.

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Work Gearz

MAY 28, 2021

There are certain gears which help in reducing workplace injuries. The hat saves you from head trauma due to contact with falling objects, electrical shock or burns and injuries due to striking low overhead objects. To save their head from injury, use of a hard hat becomes essential. Hard hats are one of those. 2005 standards.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Whether you’re a construction worker, a glazier, a Brick Mason, an ironworker, or a construction engineer, a carbon fiber hard hat will, hands down, protect you from getting injured! 2014 standards offers protection from heat even when the temperature at the construction site soars up to 350° F, but not more than that. .

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Construction Test

APRIL 30, 2020

The Clinical Frailty Scale was included in guidelines issued by the NHS regulator, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). ‘The guideline also states that the tool should not be used in certain groups, including those with learning disabilities or with stable long-term disabilities such as cerebral palsy.’

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 28, 2018

Vehicular accidents are the most common cause of workplace injury and death. Ensure any vehicle equipment is in proper order. Follow the bellow safety tips when navigating vehicles on company premises to help minimize accidents. Prior to Entry. Check tires to make sure properly inflated. Check top ensure all lights work properly.

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