Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

How to Choose Cut-Resistant Gloves Choosing the right gloves that protects workers’ hands from sharp objects without inhibiting their performance mhodges Thu, 02/23/2023 - 13:53 Over a third of workplace hand injuries involve cuts and often occur because workers are wearing the wrong hand protection — or worse, no hand protection.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This blog utilizes research and data from a range of professional safety journals (i.e., Professional Safety) and research reports, and blends it with economic realities and common company leadership expectations. It is written as a series for those who are new to safety or have an expanded role within safety.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

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 Junkie

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Thankfully, no injuries were reported. According to WIVB , the collapse was first reported around 9am and, once first responders arrived at the scene, they determined that there were no injuries and no buildings damaged. No injuries were reported, and no buildings were damaged.

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FDR Safety

JULY 20, 2015

Recently I’ve done dozens of Task Based Risk Assessments (TaBRA) for clients, and the experience always reinforces for me the importance of worker input and the relative speed in which an assessment can be performed. The first level of risk assessment comes from the worker. It was clearing jams. Why not get their perspective?

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Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. As an employer, you should ensure that your construction site offers maximum safety and security standards to its workers. Here are critical steps you can undertake to enhance safety at your construction site.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

FDRsafety continues to encounter situations where worker training is incomplete or lacking, especially in safety. I recently attended the 2 nd Annual Process Safety Summit in Washington DC on Oct 15-16, 2019. Items 1 and 2 are both heavily focused on RAGAGEP, Recognized and Generally Accepted Good Engineering Practices.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Safety is a contractor’s number one priority. A job safety analysis, also called a JSA, identifies potentially hazardous tasks and provides controls to mitigate or eliminate those hazards. What is a job safety analysis (JSA)? What is a job safety analysis (JSA)? Supervisors work to identify the tasks with potential risks.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

As I mention on my website LeverInjuryLaw.com construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs out there, and incorporating more technological gadgets can certainly help with worker safety where applicable. Drones possess a tremendous potential to help mitigate job site risks and enable smarter ways of construction.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

One of the more important aspects of good safety at a construction site is visibility, so more and more construction employers are requiring reflective details on protective gear. One important piece of gear often referred to as a reflective vest is the safety vest. Safety Vest Material Closure Features ANSI Class Sizes.

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Wolgast Corporation

JULY 6, 2022

The Storefront Safety Council is a group of volunteers that are “passionate about ending vehicle-into-building crashes.” Members include architects, risk managers, parking specialists, lawyers, and perimeter safety professionals. The main cause of these accidents are operator error, happening 20% of the time.

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FDR Safety

JULY 16, 2018

are all operations that often do not allow use of engineered safeguards like two hand controls, light screens, etc. Many, if not most safety courses, are designed for administrative issues of compliance. Risk assessment is done with a clipboard and pencil on the factory floor. The good news is that FDRsafety can help.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 9, 2018

During my career in engineering and safety, I have observed thousands of machine setups and other tasks where LOTO is simply not possible. It matters not that your procedure meets the test for acceptable risk and that power is essential. Review the tasks and perform Task Based Risk Assessment.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 31, 2021

And with good reason: the right insights can improve everything from project cost and timeline accuracy to reducing the risk of lawsuits and disputes, and even winning more business. An example of a data point might be the number of overhead mechanical racks installed on the job that day, or logging the root cause of a safety incident.

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Construction Junkie

MARCH 9, 2021

The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Fire Cleanup Safety. It’s imperative for workers to know and utilize proven safety precautions. Today, we’ll cover some key points to follow for fire cleanup safety. How to Reduce Injuries and Illnesses? Use suitable engineering controls to exhaust and replenish fresh air while working indoors. Safety goggles.

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Safety Services Company

APRIL 5, 2018

OSHA Safety & Compliance. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of OSHA safety and compliance. Workplace inspections and investigations are conducted by OSHA compliance safety and health officers trained in safety and industrial hygiene. OSHA Inspections. Walkthrough.

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Construction Equipment

APRIL 22, 2015

In an effort to combat the risk of injury to workers in construction, Knife River Corporation and MDU Construction Services Group have joined forces with the College of Engineering at Oregon State University to develop one of the world’s leading facilities for improving safety for construction workers and the general public.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Comfort, safety, and style are key factors in the choice of any professional footwear. And when it comes to safety and comfort, they are of equal importance.   What Kind of Safety Features Do Construction Work Boots Need?   What Kind of Safety Features Do Construction Work Boots Need? A Risk of Foot Injury.

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FDR Safety

JANUARY 16, 2020

OSHA Area Offices may add, based on local evidence, manufacturing establishments (regardless of the NAICS codes) to the master list where amputation injuries or fatalities related to machinery and equipment have occurred in the five years preceding the effective date of this Instruction.

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FDR Safety

JUNE 23, 2014

An article on an Australian safety website described the tragic death of a worker whose coat was caught in a lathe and asked the question that is the title of this article: Can metal lathes be made safe? The article went on to offer the following ideas: “How can these risks be minimised? The problem with work-arounds.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. 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.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 12, 2013

Training provides employees with knowledge that becomes the first step towards preventing safety hazards. A challenge for employee training is simply reading and/or listening to safety training may make for an unengaged learner. When possible, implement safety training programs that are interactive and hands-on.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. 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. Hardware Stores. Meat and Fish Markets.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Additionally, according to the National Safety Council , falls amount to roughly $70 billion in both workplace compensation and medical costs in the United States. Fall Protection, like most types of workplace safety, has evolved significantly since the early 1900s where fall protection was unregulated. Safety Monitoring Systems.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Additionally, according to the National Safety Council , falls amount to roughly $70 billion in both workplace compensation and medical costs in the United States. Fall Protection, like most types of workplace safety, has evolved significantly since the early 1900s where fall protection was unregulated. Safety Monitoring Systems.

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BD+C

JUNE 14, 2023

This article will identify the primary causes of engineering failures, define proactive versus reactive maintenance, recognize the reasons for deferred maintenance, and identify the financial and safety risks related to deferred maintenance. Neither scenario is acceptable to the building owner.

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

There are tens of dozens of work boots available for construction workers, but you may wonder which type of boot is appropriate for a project engineer or construction project manager. This will depend on your duties as a manager and if your company has specific safety procedures and protocols. There are however required features.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Safety vests were invented back in 1930s by Bob Switzer in Berkley, California. It’s not that just one fine day he woke up and decided to invent the safety vests. It happened so that while unloading crates, Bob suffered an injury which ultimately damaged his eyesight. This is how high visibility safety vests came into existence.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

What’s the first question you ask when you find an injury or near miss situation where an interlock or other safeguarding device was bypassed? An employee went into the cell to master a fixture and the robot activated, thankfully causing only a minor injury. This is a subtle but significant difference. The answer was, “No.”

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

What’s the first question you ask when you find an injury or near miss situation where an interlock or other safeguarding device was bypassed? An employee went into the cell to master a fixture and the robot activated, thankfully causing only a minor injury. This is a subtle but significant difference. The answer was, “No.”

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Accidents Injury Commissioning Safety 120

Contractor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Home > Management > Best Practices > Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Limbach wins workers comp risk management award. Limbach’s engineers remain at the forefront of green building technologies and practices, enabling a rapid commercialization of these techniques for the benefit of its customers.

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BD+C

APRIL 25, 2024

Jennifer Heintz, AIA, LEED AP, and Dorothea Schulz, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Sports and Recreational Facilities Engineers Architects Pools have become essential components of communities worldwide, offering a means for individuals to unite, unwind, and enjoy themselves. Also, the pool provides a safe environment where a lifeguard is often visible.

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Work Gearz

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

No safety toe box or toe cap. Safety level. Composite toe boots are a type of safety footwear that provides protection to your feet when working in a place where there are risks of a foot injury. They are an excellent choice for people working in manufacturing, construction, engineers, electricians, etc.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 10, 2013

RSHA Outdoor Safety. 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. Adjust the wheel height of your mower before starting the engine. •

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 20, 2021

For someone who works in construction knows the importance of hard hats and in what ways can they protect your head from severe injuries. What you need to know is that there are slight differences between hard hats and bump caps but both play the same role of providing safety to your head. . Testing & safety standard.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 7, 2021

In the previous article, we have discussed the importance of safety glasses in a dangerous work environment. The safety classes you purchase should have certain safety standards so that your eyes are absolutely protected from anything that can harm them. . Your safety glass might come with these markings below: 1.)

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