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What are the common safety violations in construction work and how can you avoid them?

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Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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6 Ways to Improve Machine Operators’ Safety on Construction Sites

Fieldwire

For example, in the United States, an astounding one out of every five deaths in the workplace is due to a construction accident , according to statistics published by the country’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Perhaps most fundamentally, there needs to be a safety management system in place. Safety Training.

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How to Successfully Plan the Risks Going Into a Construction Project

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Every construction project is uniquely different, and the distinctive characteristics of the industry - such as high-cost intensity and lengthy durations - also add an additional layer of complexity to the risk landscape. Health and Safety Hazards. Analyze and update company safety policies. Workflow of Risk Planning.

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Key Financial & Safety Metrics for Subcontractor Qualification 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

For another, work delays from 2021 are likely to impact the risk of subcontractor default in 2022 and beyond. . The following standard financial ratios can help risk management teams evaluate potential trade partners during the subcontractor qualification process. SAFETY RATES & METRICS . Request a demo today. .

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Construction quality management: Everything you need to know

Lets Build

From a builder’s perspective, many potential risk factors can be anticipated and pre-emptively resolved by developing a construction quality management plan. A game of risk. Risk assessments are never glamorous, but they’re essential throughout the lifespan of any project. Book a demo to find out more.

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How to Prevent Common Bottlenecks in Construction Project Workflows

Fieldwire

The quality of the build and meeting pre-set safety and health targets may also be important factors in determining the success of construction work. Solid Risk Management. Solution: Set up a solid risk management program that is risk-appropriate and specific to a given construction project/workflow.

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How construction companies can leverage the power of data

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Construction companies that don’t leverage the power of data risk falling behind. Maximise worker productivity and increase worker safety The ultimate goal—and challenge—for project managers is completing projects on time and staying on budget, something in which labour productivity plays a significant role.