9 Tips for Safely Handling Caught-In/Between Hazards in Construction

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Preventing accidents and injuries on the job site Caught-in/between hazards are a common cause of accidents and injuries in construction environments. These hazards occur when a worker is caught, compressed, or crushed between two or more objects, such as heavy machinery or building materials. If you’re a construction business owner or manager, it’s important to … Read more

10 Tips for Safely Using Aerial Lifts in Construction Environments

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Ensuring the safety of employees and equipment on the job site Aerial lifts are commonly used in construction environments to provide workers with access to elevated areas. While these lifts can be a valuable tool, they can also pose a safety risk if not used properly. If you’re a construction business owner or manager, it’s … Read more

The Importance of Suspended Scaffolding

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Suspended scaffolding is a type of scaffolding that is suspended from a building or other structure and is commonly used for construction, maintenance, and repair work. Suspended scaffolding is an important tool for workers in these industries, but it also comes with inherent safety risks that need to be addressed. One of the key reasons … Read more

The Importance of Confined Space Entry Training

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Confined spaces are areas that are not designed for continuous human occupancy and that have limited means of entry and exit. Examples of confined spaces include tanks, vessels, silos, and tunnels. These spaces can be hazardous, and workers need to understand the risks associated with confined space entry and take steps to protect themselves. In … Read more

Work Zone Safety and Why It Is Important

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Work zone safety is of utmost importance to ensure the safety of both construction workers and motorists. Poorly managed work zones can lead to serious accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of work zone safety and how it can be effectively managed to prevent accidents and protect … Read more

The Construction Safety Act of 1969

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The Construction Safety Act is a piece of legislation that was passed into law to help ensure the safety of workers in the construction industry. This Act, which was enacted in 1969, sets out a range of safety requirements and regulations that must be followed by construction companies and workers to protect against accidents and … Read more

Common Safety Hazards on a Construction Site

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) puts the annual injuries rate at construction sites higher than any other occupation.  People who work at construction sites are surrounded by heavy machinery and at times are required to work with power tools and lift heavy loads. If anything goes wrong in this environment sometimes severe injuries … Read more