Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

2023 was a year of resilience, pressure, and economic uncertainty for our industry. 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. Naturally, many contractors (like you!)

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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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Pro Builder

JULY 27, 2020

What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work? As builders and trade contractors start to get back on track following the impact of COVID-19 and its restrictions, there are legal concerns to consider. Mon, 07/27/2020 - 12:57. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. In that case, the responsibility of dealing with workplace accidents or unsafe job sites will fall upon them, causing legal issues. As industry-leading contractor management services, we can help!

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 10, 2012

WILG president talks workplace injuries. 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. Boyd, president of the Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group.

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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

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The oil and gas industry plays a significant role in the global energy landscape and contribute to 82% of total primary energy consumption in the world. However, the industry is exposed to many risks that can significantly impair operations, the environment, and the safety of people. Otherwise, they can get fined or face legal action.

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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. While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire. Examples include: A skilled worker setting up a frame for welding and fabrication and a 400 lb.

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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. While accidents are an unfortunate reality in industry, some involved trained workers being in the line of fire. Examples include: A skilled worker setting up a frame for welding and fabrication and a 400 lb.

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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. Establishments with 20 to 249 employees that are identified as being in alleged “high hazard industries” are also required to submit their 300A Annual Summaries by the same date.

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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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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Construction is a risky business by almost any measure: It not only has one of the highest business failure rates of any industry, but construction work also sits atop the list of the most dangerous jobs. In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 11, 2020

It is important to understand that there is no regulatory or legal definition for probability and severity terms. Achieving acceptable risk shall include reducing the likelihood of injury to a minimum. It is critical to remember the primary purpose of using Table 2 is to drive consistency between risk assessments.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times! To add, you face potential legal repercussions and a loss of productivity. Ladders are no exception. This ensures workers climb at a slower pace.

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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

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

However, some policies are so strict that they create potential legal issues. Recent cases (both OSHA and personal injury) suggest that industry’s quest to mandate employee performance may ignore the real world where workers encounter variables, and strict interpretation of the policy would literally prevent the work from being done.

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Builder’s risk insurance, typically used by general contractors, covers property damage to a building under construction, while general liability insurance covers costs associated with third-party injuries or property damage caused by contractors. . Construction is a risky industry, and costly or harmful accidents can occur on a jobsite.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

The construction industry is undergoing a period of radical change. For both mature and growing economies, the construction industry provides important links with other sectors to boost economic growth. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist. Four Future Changing Trends. Author Bio: David B.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 9, 2020

Conduct that results in the unintentional (incidental) injury or death of migratory birds is not prohibited under the act. Owners of wind turbines and of solar panel farms have had their modern environmentally friendly and legal businesses criminalized under the World War I era MBTA regulatory scheme.

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FDR Safety

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

The Summit brought together safety and legal professionals from chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, paper and other industries covered by OSHA’s PSM Standard and EPA’s RMP Rule, with officials from the relevant regulatory agencies. I recently attended the 2 nd Annual Process Safety Summit in Washington DC on Oct 15-16, 2019.

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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.

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Construction Junkie

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

The Effects of the Coronavirus Pandemic As mentioned above, there’s no way around the impact that this ongoing pandemic has had on the construction industry, from delayed and canceled projects, to increased safety precautions helping to slow the spread of the virus and keep our workforce safer. That can leave you in a legal bind personally.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

This will ensure your workers comply with safety standards and protect your company from legal liabilities or workplace accidents caused by winter-related hazards. Veriforce ® : Veriforce compliance is used in the construction industry because it covers operator qualifications, training, and drug and alcohol monitoring.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Improving Quality Assurance Compliant contractors meet industry standards and maintain best practices, ensuring the project is completed on time while meeting the required quality levels. This saves you from expensive material loss, contract terminations, serious injuries, and costly lawsuits. Let’s explore this in detail: 1.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2018

You should never attempt to install or repair an industrial roof on your own. This is because you can be slapped with a heavy penalty for engaging with such contractors in case they suffer any injuries while working at your premises. This is because they are more complex than residential roofs. Experience.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

General liability insurance protects businesses from claims of property damage or injury caused by their workers or incurred on their property. It can pay for medical costs and legal fees. This coverage protects businesses from third-party lawsuits and pays legal fees for the defense of allegations of slander or libel.

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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

To those on the jobsite day-to-day, it’s no surprise that construction consistently tops the list of the most dangerous industries in the US. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency responsible for maintaining workplace safety across all industries. Health and safety – 863 violations.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times! To add, you face potential legal repercussions and a loss of productivity. Ladders are no exception. This ensures workers climb at a slower pace.

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Safety Contractors Inspections Accidents 48

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?

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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. Because industrial noise is not apparent to the naked eye, it is frequently overlooked as a workplace danger. Contamination- Around 0.15

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 17, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. I had the opportunity to do some work outside the construction industry a few weeks ago in which I toured a manufacturing plant with an ergonomist. This started me thinking back to the construction industry and how we struggle with this very issue. Equipment Management. Resource Center.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Completed operations insurance covers property damage or injury caused by work that a contractor performed in the past. It pays for repairs of damages to the surrounding property, as well as legal expenses incurred during a lawsuit. Completed operations coverage provides legal defense of the claim, which is found to be not of merit.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

In order to make timely decisions and enhance reporting ability, the construction industry requires the use of cloud computing. In conclusion, it is apparent that the construction industry has undergone significant changes over the years. Lever & Associates, PLLC in 2014 and is the firm’s top legal strategist.

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FDR Safety

AUGUST 21, 2018

In my 35+ years of working in the safety industry, I have had one goal each day: Help individuals safely return home to their families. According to OSHA, it is estimated that employers pay an estimated $1 billion PER WEEK in direct costs resulting from workplace illness or injury. There is no greater benefit of safety than this.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The roofer’s general liability insurance covers claims related to injuries related to the customer’s fall. There are a number of first-party insurance policies that are common in the construction industry. The general contractor who bought the insurance policy is reimbursed for damages.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

Though the mineral is no longer mined in the United States, asbestos products are still imported legally and by the tons. It is vital for those currently in the industry to understand the risks of asbestos, how to identify it, how to remove it, and how to protect themselves and their families from unnecessary exposure.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. Points to Ponder: It is the contractor’s responsibility to create a work area and zone free from hazards that could cause injury or harm to persons or property. I can say that the courts in most areas would hold at least the contractor liable for this accident and serious painful injury.

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