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.

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Safety Services Company

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Contractor prequalifications are third-party audits and certifications that serve as proof of skill, dedication to maintaining safe working conditions, and adherence to regulations like OSHA. This saves you from expensive material loss, contract terminations, serious injuries, and costly lawsuits.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Because this line of work has a greater chance of injury or death than others, contractors must take great care to make sure work zones are safe and workers are protected. . In this article, we’ll explore the most common jobsite safety risks — and what contractors can do to improve safety for all parties involved. .

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. Employers that are required to record work-related injuries and illnesses and haven’t posted their summary of those records yet could be cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to meet their responsibilities as an employer.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 9, 2018

Despite regulations, asbestos is still a real and present danger for construction workers. was put on hold when air quality inspectors found signs of asbestos and no evidence the developer hired a certified contractor to remove the toxic material, putting workers’ lives at risk. Employee Protection and Injury Prevention.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

OSHA reminds employers to post injury and illness summaries. Employers who haven’t posted their injury/illness summaries could be cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for failing to meet their responsibilities as an employer. Industries Partially Exempt From OSHA Recordkeeping Regulations (by SIC Code).

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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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Levelset

JUNE 29, 2022

OSHA averages more than 30,000 inspections annually , including many unscheduled visits arising from employee complaints or injuries. Along with other construction laws , OSHA regulations seek to protect everyone working in the construction industry. Health and safety – 863 violations. Citations: 863 Inspections: 812 Penalties: $3.5

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Work Gearz

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Are There Specific Legal Safety Requirements for Construction Boots? The OSHA states in its 1910.136 requirement that the employer must ensure that employees wear protective boots if there is risk of foot injury. If these risks are present at the site, you will. There are however required features.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 5, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. Green Construction & Construction Software » The Business of Construction Risk Management. With every project, no matter how big or small, there is always risk – risk of injury, financial responsibility, or quality assurance. First, they understand risk. General Management.

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Lets Build

JUNE 6, 2017

There is a number of parameters that you should think about and an efficient management of the risk is surely necessary. In other words, you can’t really define risk on the exact same way in every construction project. Even within the same project, there may be distinct sources of risk. Types of risk in construction.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 6, 2022

In accordance with their risk assessments and health and safety requirements, they are frequently prohibited on particular construction sites or by particular construction companies. 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

APRIL 19, 2018

Fines & OSHA Regulations. Welcome to Safe Friday, this week we’re going to cover the ins and outs of Fines vs. OSHA Regulations. OSHA regulations require all companies to develop a written Hazard Communication Program and train their workers on the aspects the program covers. Fulfills OSHA regulations. 9: TRAINING.

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Construction Lawyer

FEBRUARY 26, 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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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

ESG has become such a large component of my law practice that I am now collaborating with a fabulous group attorneys in ESG Legal Solutions, LLC, a new non-law consulting firm. This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that through green building practices, like the U.S.

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Construction Lawyer

APRIL 3, 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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CK Power

APRIL 17, 2018

Essentially, the standard provides requirements and best practices for the setup and ongoing performance of EPSS’s to ensure they are able to provide prompt and reliable power in the event of the failure of your primary power source, minimizing the risk to human life. The no-nonsense guide to NFPA 110 compliance for emergency power systems.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 17, 2020

OSHA regulates that any job with the risk of piercing, falling, slipping or electrical hazards, should have proper footwear. Steel toe boots and their sole is designed to prevent your toes and upper foot bones from injuries caused by crushing, heavy falling objects, slipping, punctures etc. Steel toe boots provide protection.

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Lets Build

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Being able to define the major sources of risk in your projects can eventually pave the way for faster and cheaper delivery without having to compromise quality. That being said, coming up with an effective risk management framework across different projects is possible. How we could define risk in a construction project.

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Lets Build

MAY 19, 2023

More importantly, it helps to minimise the risk of costly fines due to errors. By disseminating this information clearly and consistently, the construction team can maintain a safe working environment and adhere to legal and regulatory standards. To that end, project mangers must have a construction quality management system.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 28, 2018

An effective driving safety program will not only minimize risk and the resulting costs of crashes, it can protect what makes your organization succeed, its people. Vehicular accidents are the most common cause of workplace injury and death. Follow our speed limit and other regulations. Driving Safely at Work. Avoid sharp turns.

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Safety Services Company

JUNE 28, 2018

An effective driving safety program will not only minimize risk and the resulting costs of crashes, it can protect what makes your organization succeed, its people. Vehicular accidents are the most common cause of workplace injury and death. Follow our speed limit and other regulations. Driving Safely at Work. Avoid sharp turns.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 6, 2019

However, by using leading-edge construction technologies that improve productivity, mitigate project risks, reduce errors and boost collaboration, contractors can streamline processes to make it easier to achieve on-time, on-budget projects. In construction, every project is different and presents its own set of challenges.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 30, 2022

Journal of Legal. confidence and joint risk management in achieving project success. Federal acquisition regulation. The effectiveness of interventions for preventing injuries in the construction industry: a systematic review. Anderson, L., & Polkinghorn, B. Efficacy of Partnering on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 10, 2018

Preventing work related injuries and illnesses should be given precedence over operating productivity, whenever necessary. Wearing PPE always when working in areas where there is a possible danger of injury. Reporting ALL injuries, no matter how slight, immediately and seeking treatment promptly. Establishing Safety Programs.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 15, 2020

And these questions are not unfounded because as of November 1, 2020, legal industry databases of state and federal litigation are tracking more than 6,100 cases involving Covid-19 claims. Moreover, an invitee cannot maintain a negligence suit merely from a showing that an injury was sustained in the defendant’s building.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 19, 2016

HR 2576 greatly expands the ability of the Environmental Protection Agency to evaluate and regulate chemicals. TSCA was enacted in 1976 to protect the environment and the public’s health against risks posed by chemicals in materials in commerce. The new law sets a 3 year deadline for all risk evaluations.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 19, 2016

HR 2576 greatly expands the ability of the Environmental Protection Agency to evaluate and regulate chemicals. TSCA was enacted in 1976 to protect the environment and the public’s health against risks posed by chemicals in materials in commerce. The new law sets a 3 year deadline for all risk evaluations.

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