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TRIP: West Virginia Drivers Lose $1.6 Billion a Year

Construction Equipment

Roads and bridges that are deteriorated, congested, or lack some desirable safety features cost West Virginia motorists a total of $1.6 billion statewide annually–as much as $1,421 per driver in some urban areas–due to higher vehicle operating costs, traffic crashes, and congestion-related delays.…

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Hard Hats & Crafts – Celebrating Women Leaders in Construction Safety

Construction Junkie

The following article has been sponsored by Hilmerson Safety and also appeared first on HilmersonSafety.com. Since the 90’s and early 2000’s they’ve paved new paths for women pursuing careers in construction safety. For Women in Construction (WIC) Week 2021 Hilmerson Safety® celebrates women in the field by sharing their stories.

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MSHA Urges Employers Step Up Safety Compliance

Safety Services Company

Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration is urging the mining industry to step up its compliance with safety and health regulations under the Mine Safety and Health Act. Two fatalities occurred in underground mines in West Virginia and Illinois, and one fatality occurred at a surface mine in Wyoming.

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Selling Safety So the Employees Buy

Safety Services Company

Training provides employees with knowledge that becomes the first step towards preventing safety hazards. A challenge for employee training is simply reading and/or listening to safety training may make for an unengaged learner. When possible, implement safety training programs that are interactive and hands-on.

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Upgrade Your Fleet Safety with Azuga's Dual-Facing Dashcam

Construction Business Owner

Upgrade Your Fleet Safety with Azuga's Dual-Facing Dashcam Empower your fleet with enhanced visibility and driver accountability for unprecedented safety standards. mhodges Tue, 02/27/2024 - 08:42 Buckle up for safety. At Azuga, we understand the paramount importance of fleet safety and efficiency.

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MSHA’s new pattern of violation rule takes aim at repeat mine safety offenders

Safety Services Company

MSHA’s new pattern of violation rule takes aim at repeat mine safety offenders. 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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Construction Safety Degrees: What to Expect

Construction Business Owner

Construction Safety Degrees: What to Expect Explore the components and benefits of a construction safety degree. mhodges Thu, 02/01/2024 - 12:16 Safety is a significant concern at construction sites, and as a construction business-owner your No. 1 priority is keeping your crew safe.

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