FDR Safety

DECEMBER 1, 2017

OSHA recently announced another delay in the deadline for employers to electronically submit their 2016 injury and illness data to the agency. As a brief recap, the revised recordkeeping rule requires employers with 250 or more employees to submit their OSHA 300A Annual Summaries for each separate establishment by December 15.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 11, 2022

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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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG president talks workplace injuries. Boyd, president of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group. What is the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group? The Workers’ Injury Law and Advocacy Group (www.wilg.org) has grown into an important, national voice for workers.

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. After an injury occurs, OSHA might suggest that 29 CFR 1910.147 applies and management should have had a defined LOTO procedure for the task. any one employer could have in their facility. be hazardous?

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FDR Safety

APRIL 15, 2020

In recent months, we at FDRsafety have been surprised at the number of cases involving injuries resulting from falling objects. After an injury occurs, OSHA might suggest that 29 CFR 1910.147 applies and management should have had a defined LOTO procedure for the task. any one employer could have in their facility. be hazardous?

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FDR Safety

MARCH 19, 2020

Consulting with the company’s legal counsel about difficult or special problems, such as search warrants or subpoenas. Being courteous and polite, but firmly exercising the company’s legal rights. If the inspector points out an issue that is easily corrected (e.g. Always exercise this right.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

When a subcontractor is uninsured, the business can still be liable for any property damage or injury to others. If your business is found to have caused an injury or accident, the other party will seek damages. Medical expenses, property damage, and legal defense costs can grow quickly. Employment practices liability.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 27, 2012

The training requirements for OSHA’s approved 10 and 30 hour safety courses – used by thousands of employers in construction and general industry – have been revised to mandate more instruction on the exercise of employee rights in the workplace, including step-by-step instructions for filing an OSHA complaint. • How to respond.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 22, 2016

All affected employers need to finalize their OSHA 300 log data about work-related injuries and illnesses that required medical treatment beyond first aid. In this case, you did not count the Monday of the injury, but you would count the four other workdays the employee was scheduled to work, but could not come in.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Staying current through the annual update is essential for contractors to legally and safely conduct work on regulated properties and projects. Question: I Needed to Report Injuries on My OSHA Logs. Answer: Keep in mind that injuries and incidents will affect your safety status.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Off-the-job accidents: hidden costs to employers. Employers may be missing that point as well, losing an opportunity to keep workers safe and avoid the significant costs to their companies that come with off-the-job injuries. Motivating workers to be safe – 24/7.

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Construction Junkie

MAY 11, 2020

That can leave you in a legal bind personally. OSHA exists to protect the health and wellness of America’s workforce and, typically, the employer bears the brunt of any penalties. Employers must understand that misleading a federal investigator is a serious mistake.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

Construction Employment Growth Surges in February. Despite the shortage of skilled workers, construction employment has seen significant gains recently. The takeaway: This employment growth is positive news for construction. percent, a full percentage point lower than this time last year. Contractors are hiring.

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Pro Builder

MAY 28, 2021

And when it comes to vaccinations, employers can legally require it with some exceptions covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act or religious objections. In addition, the EEOC is clear that employers can ask if an employee has been vaccinated. Employers also cannot ask employees medical questions about family members.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

FDRsafety supports and promotes employers developing strong safety policies, training their employees and enforcing those policies. However, some policies are so strict that they create potential legal issues. If something goes wrong and a worker is injured, OSHA or a plaintiff may use the company’s strict language against them.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Not wearing PPE can result in severe injury to yourself and to others around you. Experiencing injuries as a result of falling items or debris. Protects you from head injuries. The first is the risk to all workers’ health and safety, and the second is the legal consequences if an accident occurs.

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Construction Law Monitor

DECEMBER 17, 2012

He enjoys writing and sharing his insights on various legal blogs. million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While Reduced Employer Liability.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 4, 2014

In April 2010, OSHA released a memorandum requiring all employers to offer OSHA training in a language that all employees understand. Do you understand the legal requirements for teaching these important policies? Many employers accommodate two languages, English and Spanish, but many workers speak other languages.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 26, 2020

A tort , in common law jurisdiction, could be a tort (other than a breach of contract) that causes an applicant to suffer loss or hurt, leading to legal liability for the one that commits the act. It will embrace intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligence, money losses, injuries, invasion of privacy, and so on.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months. This will ensure your workers comply with safety standards and protect your company from legal liabilities or workplace accidents caused by winter-related hazards.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Much will depend on the kind of construction company you are working for, and consequentially, the types of hazards you will face and if your employer has specific requirements.  Are There Specific Legal Safety Requirements for Construction Boots? What About Employer Requirements?   Dressy or not?

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Levelset

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Plumbing contractor’s insurance may help your business stay afloat if accidents or injuries occur on the job. Worker injury. If your business were found responsible for the injury, paying out of pocket for a worker’s medical bills could cause financial harm. . What is plumber’s insurance? Liability for damage.

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Safety Services Company

JULY 15, 2019

With 8 states that have approved the use of recreational marijuana and 18 states permitting the use of medical marijuana, it’s critical for companies operating in these areas to understand their legal responsibilities and how to deal with cannabis use at worksites.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) contractors must protect their business property while reducing the odds that a job-related accident or injury could financially harm their business. It also helps cover costs associated with a passenger or pedestrian injury. Insurance Policies HVAC contractors need.

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Best Practices Construction Law

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Sick leave includes time off for the employee’s physical or mental illness, injury, a medical condition, treatment, or diagnosis thereof. Here are some takeaways: Since the rule applies only to federal contractors, you may not be required to change your existing employment practices. However, those improvements will come with a cost.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

According to OSHA, it is estimated that employers pay an estimated $1 billion PER WEEK in direct costs resulting from workplace illness or injury. This total is made up of the medical costs of an accident, compensation payments for the injured worker, and any legal expenses. Indirect Costs.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

The company called us to come in and evaluate some of their work stations where they seemed to be getting the most injuries from repetitive motions. These tools are a little more expensive, however, if proven to help reduce employee discomfort and injuries, they would be an good investment. productivity. project collaboration.

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Best Practices Construction Law

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Over my legal career, I have handled a significant amount of workers' compensation disputes, representing injured employees, defending employers and insurance carriers, and even a few years working for an appellate judge that addressed workers' compensation appeals. How will the point change affect employers?

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 22, 2013

During this phase of the investigation the employer’s representative needs to inform the inspector if the employer is participating in any OSHA compliance programs or if the company has received any safety compliance exceptions from OSHA. They have a right to contest the time OSHA allows the employer for correcting a hazard.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 6, 2022

They provide no protection against ankle injuries, therefore, falling debris can get inside the boots, and the midsole has no penetration resistance, which can lead to injuries from stepping on nails at worksite. Your workforce will be protected by these safety boots from a variety of risks, including slips, falls, and impact injuries. 

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Safety risks can include injuries, fatalities, and illnesses brought upon by employee negligence, equipment failure, weather, or other external factors. Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. AS AN EMPLOYER, HOW CAN YOU MANAGE ALL THE RISKS?

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Safety risks can include injuries, fatalities, and illnesses brought upon by employee negligence, equipment failure, weather, or other external factors. . Legal Risks. These legal binding documents detail how long the project would last and how much contractors would be paid. As an Employer, How Can You Manage all the Risks?

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Construction Lawyer

MARCH 27, 2012

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. 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. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Is there a plan in place on how to avoid injury, and are there first aid procedures in case of injury. To reduce job-related fatalities, injuries, and illnesses, take a proactive approach to safety, and think about how to work safely. Department of Labor estimates that around 85% of workplace injuries are avoidable.

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Safety Services Company

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

However, it’s important that when planning a holiday party, the excitement over its positive nature doesn’t get in the way of addressing the many safety and legal risks involved. Injuries, harassment, lapse in compliance, and alcohol-related incidents are all to common in far too many workplace holiday parties.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 4, 2014

In April 2010, OSHA released a memorandum requiring all employers to offer OSHA training in a language that all employees understand. Do you understand the legal requirements for teaching these important policies? Many employers accommodate two languages, English and Spanish, but many workers speak other languages.

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Safety OSHA Accidents Employment 48

Construction Marketing

MAY 21, 2021

While it’s the responsibility of your employer to provide a safe workplace that complies with all the safety hazard requirements, you should consider your safety as your personal responsibility. So, putting aside the legal safety requirements that need to be complied with, you’ll also have to consider those risks that are unique to your site.

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