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Cold Weather Safety Tips for Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

In recent years, upward of 42,000 workplace injuries were caused by snow, sleet, or ice. Cold weather-related illnesses and injuries can be prevented by following the guidelines below. Knowing the wind chill temperature can help you gauge employees’ exposure risk. Falls are the number one cause of cold-weather injuries.

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Winter Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention

Safety Services Company

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 40,000 snow, ice, and sleet related workplace injuries every year. Your maintenance staff is your company’s first line of defense when it comes to preventing slips and falls in the workplace. Hazard Inspections. It's always best to be prepared. Prepping the Office.

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Winter Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention

Safety Services Company

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are over 40,000 snow, ice, and sleet related workplace injuries every year. Your maintenance staff is your company’s first line of defense when it comes to preventing slips and falls in the workplace. HAZARD INSPECTIONS. It’s always best to be prepared.

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Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites

Pro Builder

Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. 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. Carrying out site inspections.

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architect arrested in connection with fireman's death

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. The laws of each state are different and each situation is unique.

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Safety Programs

Safety Services Company

Preventing work related injuries and illnesses should be given precedence over operating productivity, whenever necessary. Wearing PPE always when working in areas where there is a possible danger of injury. Reporting ALL injuries, no matter how slight, immediately and seeking treatment promptly. Establishing Safety Programs.

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Unlimited liability for designers and contractors

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. The laws of each state are different and each situation is unique.