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New York City cracks down on construction site safety

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This month, the New York City Department of Buildings deployed teams of enforcement inspectors to perform safety inspections at the city’s larger and more complex construction sites. The action followed the deaths of three construction workers over a two-week period.

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New York City shuts down 322 construction sites for unsafe conditions

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New York City inspectors shut down 322 building construction sites due to unsafe conditions in June during a safety crackdown. The city’s Department of Buildings issued over 1,129 violations for safety issues and non-compliance issues at those sites during a “zero tolerance” safety sweep.

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New York City Issues 1,500 Stop Work Orders at Construction Sites

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of Buildings' three-month safety sweep, to contractors and site safety professionals for failing to keep sites safe. Inspectors also issued more than 3,600 violations, during the Dept.

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Jobsite injuries in New York City decline 20% since 2017

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The New York City Department of Buildings says the city has had more than a 20% decrease in jobsite injuries since 2017. The department cited stepped up safety training as a reason for the improvement.

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New York City Construction Sites, Now Open, Adjust to New Realities

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Participants see key productivity impacts until still 'fluid' site safety protocols to protect COVID-19 spread become 'normalized.'

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Workers, local officials rally for new construction safety law in New York City

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More than 200 construction workers, union officials, labor leaders and supporters rallied in support of a package of bills intended to strengthen construction site safety in New York City. Citing a rise in construction-related deaths, supporters called on the City Council to pass the Construction Safety Act.

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Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites

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Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites. Know the risks and the corrective measures you should take on your jobsites to ensure crew safety and prevent excavation fatalities. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). OSHA is making trenching and excavation safety its No.

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