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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

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Preconstruction is the initial stage of a construction project where an idea starts to become a reality. It’s at this point that the client can determine whether the project is feasible or not. In turn, the general contractor will take that information and determine if the project is feasible. What is preconstruction?

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Can metal lathes be made safe?

FDR Safety

The article went on to offer the following ideas: “How can these risks be minimised? that prevents the machine from starting while open will remove or significantly reduce most lathe safety risks…. This is the reason for my constant use of Task Based Risk Assessment (TaBRA). I agree – partially.

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How To Create Effective Safety Signage

FDR Safety

PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. Over the past years, I have performed hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments (See past blogs for a description of the TaBRA methodology). I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

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Good Safety Signage

FDR Safety

PLAY AT YOUR OWN RISK” is an example of this type of sign. Over the past years, I have performed hundreds of Task Based Risk Assessments (See past blogs for a description of the TaBRA methodology). I would estimate that only 5-10% of identified high risk task elements result from the hazards of machine motion.

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EP04: Essential Lessons for a New Safety Professional

Safety Services Company

_. When you’re just starting out in the safety field, it’s important to embrace the idea that you don’t know it all. So is understanding the potential risks ahead of time for any work that you are doing. In the field, a digital device reduces the risk of paperwork blowing away in the wind and makes life easier for those on the go.

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ChatGPT for construction companies: A deep dive into its benefits

Lets Build

ChatGPT can also make collaborating with off-site teams and SMEs easy by brainstorming ideas and resolutions while evaluating their feasibility for the project. Hazard identification : You can collaborate with ChatGPT to create risk assessment templates and hazard checklists specific to your project.

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ChatGPT for construction companies: A deep dive into its benefits

Lets Build

ChatGPT can also make collaborating with off-site teams and SMEs easy by brainstorming ideas and resolutions while evaluating their feasibility for the project. Hazard identification : You can collaborate with ChatGPT to create risk assessment templates and hazard checklists specific to your project.