Safety innovation scores a win for everyone
Construction Dive
MAY 1, 2023
As Construction Safety Week gets underway, read how safety awards promote new ideas to help reduce risk and save lives.
7 tips for managing health and safety in construction efficiently
Lets Build
MAY 12, 2023
Workers are your most valuable asset, and the best way to protect that asset is by implementing a high-quality health and safety program. The key to better managing health and safety in construction is steering away from the traditional reactive approach (taking action after an incident occurs).
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Safety Culture Exercise: Improving Attitudes Towards Safety
FDR Safety
APRIL 18, 2018
Creating an effective Safety Culture is something we at FDRsafety preach daily to our clients, partners, friends, and family. Through our decades of experience, we have learned that an Effective Safety Culture is something that is developed through individuals buying into the idea that safety is THE TOP VALUE at home and work.
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Carpooling: A Terrible Idea For Teens
FDR Safety
MAY 22, 2019
For more advice on safety, please reach out to FDRsafety. The post Carpooling: A Terrible Idea For Teens appeared first on FDRsafety. As parents we all can do a better job of educating our children about the risks on the road, and carpooling is just one topic to address.
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Building The Foundation For A Great Safety Culture
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
The idea of safety is misconstrued on a daily basis as a “Have To”, “How To” or “Learn To” idea. Despite these reminders of how to be safe, to see significant change in safety in any setting, it requires a mindset and culture built around the concept of Safety.
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Standardizing Safety
Construction Business Owner
DECEMBER 19, 2019
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EP00: Welcome to The Safety Management Show
Safety Services Company
JUNE 30, 2021
_. Every Safety Professional has a Unique Story to Tell. Safety professionals exist in all sorts of industries. Have any guest or topic ideas? Hear more stories from safety professionals by subscribing in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Reach out to marketing@safetyservicescompany.com.
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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials
Construction Marketing
JULY 16, 2021
Here are some safety tips to consider in handling and storing construction materials: 1. Therefore, you should have the appropriate storage tanks to ensure safety. It’s not a good idea to store barrels or drums on top of one another because they might become unstable, get damaged, or spring leaks. Provide Proper Training.
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Balancing Old Safety Thinking and New
ENR Construction
JULY 5, 2022
A viewpoint commentary by a safety vice president and corporate safety manager shows why new ideas on safety can be hard to enact in construction.
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Good Safety Signage
FDR Safety
AUGUST 29, 2018
There are good safety signs, bad safety signs and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety sign” is shown to the right. Regardless of the amount of text or symbols, remember that point of use and clearly stated cautions are key to any safety sign. Below is my idea of a good safety sign.
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The Construction Safety Story Not Everyone Gets
ENR Construction
AUGUST 31, 2022
Sometimes the most important ideas take a long time to sink in. Two books that have helped to reshape ideas about occupational safety, published by the same academic press in 2014 and 2012, are Sidney Dekker’s The Field Guide to Understanding ‘Human Error’ and Todd Conklin’s Pre-Accident Investigations.
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10 Checklists to Ensure Safety at Construction Sites
Civiconcepts
DECEMBER 28, 2022
This checklist will guide you if you have no idea where to begin. Working at a construction site is … 10 Checklists to Ensure Safety at Construction Sites Read More ». Are you aware of the dangers of working at construction sites?
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How To Create Effective Safety Signage
FDR Safety
AUGUST 29, 2018
There is good safety signage, bad safety signage and those that don’t tell you anything. An example of a “bad safety signage” is shown to the right. Regardless of the amount of text or symbols, remember that point of use and clearly stated cautions are key to any safety sign. Below is my idea of a good safety sign.
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Construction Safety Meetings: 7 Key Topics You Need to Address
Safety Services Company
MAY 3, 2021
No matter what you call them — safety meetings can be an effective way to quickly incorporate safety into your day-to-day operation without interfering with production. We’ve put together a list of the top 7 construction safety meeting topics you should be addressing regularly. The Importance of Safety Meetings.
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10 Benefits Of Including Mock OSHA Audits In Your Safety Program
FDR Safety
FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Rather than being caught off guard by the findings of OSHA during one of their audits, we highly recommend that you implement Mock OSHA Audits into your regular safety program. Here are 10 benefits that you’ll discover by doing so: Identify the good parts of your safety program. Identify the weaknesses of your safety program.
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EP07: Why Safety Buy-In From All Levels Is So Important
Safety Services Company
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
_. The key to making safety a priority is having a top-down approach. When field crews see that all company representatives — from CEO to supervisors — are adopting a culture of safety, they will feel more accountable to perform safely. Safety commitment comes from the top. “It’s Ever heard this line: Safety?
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Episode 12: Risk Assessment: Why a Safety SME Initiative Is a Gamechanger
Safety Services Company
DECEMBER 8, 2021
Risk assessments are absolutely integral to implementing safety at the workplace. In this episode, Darrin Anderson , Environmental Health, Safety, and Security Manager at Nesher Pharmaceuticals (USA) LLC , shares his advice for building highly effective risk identification assessments and procedures. Let’s dive right in!
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Building a Strong Safety Culture
Safety Services Company
JUNE 11, 2021
In recent years, many companies have started to realize the importance of building a strong safety culture within their workplace. The term “safety culture” can be defined as a company’s values, attitudes and beliefs about safety. We all must make safety a priority. Characteristics of a Strong Safety Culture.
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Introducing Our New CEO: Leading the Way in Safety Services with a Passion for Customer Satisfaction
Safety Services Company
JULY 21, 2023
Introducing: Safety Services Company’s New CEO, Matt Lincoln In a dynamic and ever-evolving world, safety remains a paramount concern for individuals, businesses, and communities alike. That’s why we are excited to announce the appointment of our new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Safety Services Company (SSC).
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EP04: Essential Lessons for a New Safety Professional
Safety Services Company
AUGUST 6, 2021
_. When you’re just starting out in the safety field, it’s important to embrace the idea that you don’t know it all. shares some hard-earned lessons for new safety professionals. shares some hard-earned lessons for new safety professionals. Lessons for new safety professionals. Safety certifications are important.
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EP01: Compliance Is Not the Same as Safety
Safety Services Company
JUNE 30, 2021
_. Tales from an Electric Safety Director. When you work as a safety professional, one of the more frustrating attitudes you run into is that people confuse compliance with safety. Compliance is not synonymous with safety. Compliance vs. safety. Intuitively, most people understand this. Document everything.
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EP03: Creating Employee and Business Value in Safety Training
Safety Services Company
JULY 11, 2021
_. Different companies have different attitudes towards safety. There are those that want to get new employees certified as quickly as possible to put them to work, and there are others who want to build robust safety programs. But the truth is, safety requires the help of everybody. “It’s Consistency in safety messaging.
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Innovative Approaches to Industrial Construction Project Management
Construction Marketing
APRIL 11, 2023
Be Willing to Take More Risks Taking risks does not mean ignoring safety. Sure, adding solar panels, PV windows, the best insulation for exterior walls , and water harvesting are all wonderful ideas for creating green buildings. Therefore, project managers need to be on alert for potential safety hazards throughout the process.
Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe
BD+C
MARCH 26, 2024
Safeguarding our schools: Strategies to protect students and keep campuses safe 0 qpurcell Tue, 03/26/2024 - 08:03 Security and Life Safety HMC Architects' PreK-12 Principal in Charge, Sherry Sajadpour, shares insights from school security experts and advisors on PreK-12 design strategies.
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Ladder Safety
Safety Services Company
DECEMBER 10, 2019
CLIMBING THE LADDER OF SUCCESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LADDER SAFETY. Whether you are gearing up for Christmas, training to be a craftsman or managing a construction firm, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has laid out ladder safety guidelines to ensure your workers stay safe when using this tool.
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EP02: Navigating the Minefields of the Safety Industry
Safety Services Company
JULY 1, 2021
When you sign up for a career in the safety industry, you inadvertently agree to a couple of things. You may always be seen as “the safety person” there to ruin productivity. On this episode of The Safety Management Show, we talk with Daniel Torres. On this episode of The Safety Management Show, we talk with Daniel Torres.
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Ladder Safety
Safety Services Company
DECEMBER 9, 2019
Climbing the Ladder of Success: What You Need to Know About Ladder Safety. Whether you are gearing up for Christmas, training to be a craftsman or managing a construction firm, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has laid out ladder safety guidelines to ensure your workers stay safe when using this tool.
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Can You Reuse Safety Glasses?
Work Gearz
JULY 13, 2021
Safety glasses are useful for work or recreational activities. Safety glasses are designed to protect the eyes from chemicals during cleaning or from debris during working. Good safety glasses can be pricey which is why many people try to buy well-made ones that can be used over and over again.
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4 Best Radiation Safety Glasses
Work Gearz
JANUARY 10, 2022
While we were there, I got to talking with the radiologist about the pair of safety glasses he wore, and one thing led to another. He, and his colleagues, accepted my request to research the best radiation safety glasses the market currently has to offer. Safety Glasses Lens Frame Extras Style Lead Equivalency. The Reviews.
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Technology Trends In Construction Improving Job Site Safety
Construction Marketing
NOVEMBER 28, 2016
A series of innovative ideas in construction have been used to bring a remarkable difference in the industry.There is no shortage of tech gadgets for commercial projects as there are a number on offer for various projects. It can be incorporated in the safety of workers- the age-old problem in construction.
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Why Do You Need Prescription Safety Glasses?
Work Gearz
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, there are approximately 2000 US workers who sustain job related injuries every day. One such measure is making use of prescription safety glasses. Prescription safety glasses are required in job settings which have potential risks of eye hazards in the workplace.
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Bluebeam Tips: Construction Safety Hazards using Pictograms
Carol Hagen
APRIL 22, 2015
How’s this for trench safety? OSHA’s new Hazard Communication Standard goes into effect June 1, 2015 and will require pictograms on labels as a safety measure. Use Bluebeam to help you with safety talks, acting as a visual aid. Why visuals are so important to safety.
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4 Best Safety Vest for Hot Weather
Work Gearz
JANUARY 9, 2022
If you work in a profession that requires high visibility for your safety on the job, getting a good safety vest is vital to your well-being. High-risk conditions impose a need for visibility, and a safety vest that is certified to meet the American National Standards Institute safety conditions should be your priority.
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Best Safety Glasses for Mechanics
Work Gearz
MAY 22, 2021
If you work with cars or with other types of machinery that require a mechanic, you may be working with things that are in motion and consequentially safety measures become a priority. A good pair of safety glasses can make all the difference in protecting your vision long term. . Comparison of Top Safety Glasses for Mechanics.
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Importance of Fire Safety Training
Work Gearz
JULY 3, 2020
Still, on the fence about getting fire safety training, you have landed on the right page! Proper fire safety training educates you of the actions needed to be taken in times of an emergency. Proper fire safety training educates you of the actions needed to be taken in times of an emergency. Why Fire Safety Training is Smart?
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Hard Hats & Crafts – Celebrating Women Leaders in Construction Safety
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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Best Polarized Safety Glasses: Top 5 Options Compared
Work Gearz
JUNE 14, 2021
If so, you may want to invest in a polarized pair of safety glasses. As opposed to just tinted safety glasses’ lenses, these glasses are made to specifically and significantly reduce glare produced by sunlight while you are working. Polarized Safety Glasses Lens Frame UVA/UVB Style. Jackson Safety V30 Nemesis.
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Does UK Fire Safety Need Hammering Home?
Constructonomics
JANUARY 21, 2014
An illegal extension has left a landlord with a £24,000 and a criminal record, after local council safety officers deemed it to be in an “appalling condition” with numerous safety issues – including a slew of fire safety offences which put the building’s occupants at a very real risk of injury or death. What Does The Law Say?
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Social Media Safety Meeting Minute
Carol Hagen
MAY 3, 2010
The idea of a Safety Meeting in a minute is a great idea, which I must thank Tim Greene of Networld for sharing in a PCWorld article yesterday. What’s different if you haven’t figured it out is this is not your typical construction site safety meeting. Safety Tips.
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Understanding bird safety testing in North America
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
While still in its infancy, the science of bird-safe glazing is emerging with creative new ideas and changing the way birds see and react to building glass. The post Understanding bird safety testing in North America appeared first on Construction Specifier.
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6 Best Safety Glasses for Lawn Care
Work Gearz
APRIL 28, 2021
After consulting several teams of professional gardening and lawn maintenance pros who tested safety glasses for us specifically in relation to lawn care, our top choice falls to the Jackson V30 Nemesis Polarized Safety Glasses because they are ergonomic, comfortable, wraparound, and lightweight. 3M Safety Glasses, Virtua CCS.
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A New Era of Idea Homes at IBSx
Pro Builder
DECEMBER 1, 2020
A New Era of Idea Homes at IBSx. The home’s lower level includes a multigenerational suite, an exercise room, a second family room, and a “secret room” that functions both as a space for gaming and where occupants can find safety from storms. Tue, 12/01/2020 - 17:34. Michele Lerner. and long after IBSx is over.
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8 Best Class 3 Safety Vests for Work
Work Gearz
JULY 28, 2020
Whatever the reason, you definitely feel the need for class 3 safety vests in traffic more than 50HZ. Picking the wrong safety vest might end up putting you in even more danger as there are various types of class 3 safety vests and of different levels. KwikSafety (Charlotte, NC) Class 3 ANSI Safety Vest OSHA. 10 pockets.
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Some outstanding ideas to design your home with Concrete
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
In recent times, concrete home construction is gaining popularity because of the factors like sustainability, green building, disaster resistance, energy conservation, and safety. To satisfy these requirements efficiently, the engineers offer some unique design ideas. Advantages of Concrete Homes: 1.
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