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Complying With OSHA Silica Safety Guidelines

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Complying With OSHA Silica Safety Guidelines. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than. million workers in the United States are exposed to crystalline silica dust — 90% of which are employed in construction. Alex Headley. Fri, 09/10/2021 - 07:30. and kidney disease.

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Your Guide to Preventing Jobsite Falls

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Fall protection remains the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) most frequently cited rules violation, even after federal regulators sought to reduce fall-related fatalities with updated workplace safety rules towards the end of 2016. Elizabeth Manning. Thu, 02/06/2020 - 11:26.

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Episode 10: System-Based Safety: The Cornerstone of Your Safety Program

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It’s better to fix the systematic root of a safety hazard before you try to fix safety attitudes. That’s why a system-based safety approach, where you fix an issue through system alterations, is the best way to launch a safety program. The Importance of Health & Safety Compliance. Cost Effectiveness.

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New Safety Regulations for Natural Gas Transmission Pipelines

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Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has announced proposed regulations to update critical safety requirements for natural gas transmission pipelines. billion in damages.

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Working with Locate Service Providers on Utility Projects

Construction Business Owner

The emergence of new regulations, awareness campaigns and best practices across the United States and Canada has thrust the topic of damage prevention to the forefront of construction safety conversations.

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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. Prequalification demonstrates that your company adheres to health and safety regulations, preventing potential lawsuits, poor work, and additional expenses for the client.

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Working with Local Service Providers on Utility Projects

Construction Business Owner

The emergence of new regulations, awareness campaigns and best practices across the United States and Canada has thrust the topic of damage prevention to the forefront of construction safety conversations.