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4 Most Common Workplace Injuries

Construction Marketing

According to the National Safety Council, 12,900 work-related injuries happen every day in the United States. From severe back pain to broken bones, workers across different industries and occupations can become susceptible to a wide range of injuries. 30% of lost-time injury claims come from slips, trips, and falls.

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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials

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Material handling and storage efficiency are especially critical in the construction industry. There are many heavy-duty and temperature-sensitive materials to consider, and damage and theft concerns may arise anytime. . Any contractor may encounter several difficulties in terms of keeping such materials safe.

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5 Safety Precautions For Multi-Level Construction Sites

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Construction workers face various challenges in the course of their work. As the owner of a construction firm , you’re responsible for enhancing the safety of your workers. With that said, here are safety precautions to promote safety in a multi-level construction site: . They can lead to accidents or injuries.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

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Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding.

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Understanding the Fundamentals of Arc Flash-Resistant Hand Protection

Construction Business Owner

It is a serious hazard in industries such as electrical utilities, construction, oil & gas, and manufacturing, where workers are working around high voltage switches and grounding gear, panel boards, switchboards, and transformers. In this article, we will discuss the key materials used in manufacturing arc flash-resistant gloves.

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4 Ways To Improve Construction Safety In High-Traffic Areas

Construction Marketing

Construction takes place in various areas, ranging from rural areas with little to no traffic to cities with high foot and vehicle traffic. Thus, as an employer or construction company entrepreneur, you’re responsible for ensuring the safety of your employees, pedestrians, and motorists whenever you have construction work in progress.

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Legal challenge to injury and illness data reporting rule

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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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