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Construction in Winter: Safety Tips to Know

Safety Services Company

According to data from the EHS Daily Advisor , 25,000 slip, trip, and fall accidents occur daily in the United States during the winter months. Most of these incidents could have been avoided if employers had more safety precautions put in place during the winter months. Vehicles should also be inspected and maintained.

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Contractor Management and Prequalification: Why Are They Necessary?

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Contractor management is a series of checks ensuring that the contractors follow up-to-date safety practices and conform to health and regulatory standards. Avoiding Legal Issues Hiring clients hire a licensed contractor to save themselves from legal liabilities and low-quality work. What is Contractor Management?

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OSHA Testing Can Reduce Employer Liability, Saves Companies Money

Construction Law Monitor

He enjoys writing and sharing his insights on various legal blogs. million workers suffer serious injury or illness related to their jobs, according to a white paper published by Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the United States Department of Labor (OSHA).While Reduced Employer Liability.

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What Happens When You Don’t Wear PPE?

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Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) keeps you safe in the workplace from hazardous conditions that pose a threat to your safety. However, for every cooperative employee, there is one who does not take their safety seriously. . Eye and facial protection can be provided via safety goggles, glasses , and complete face shields.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Construction Safety. I learned even more as I traveled the world, hitchhiking across the United States and backpacking across Europe. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. construction safety. Home Contact Us About Us Subscribe Advertise Legal Disclaimer Site Map -->. MANAGEMENT |. SOFTWARE |.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Construction Safety. And, just last week, the United States Green Building Council published a report that estimates from 2009-2013 the green building industry will support 8 million jobs throughout the economy. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. construction safety. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |.

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WILG president talks workplace injuries

Safety Services Company

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. Welcome to the first installment in the Safety Services Company Interview Series.

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