Construction

Protecting the Public from Construction Hazards

October 13, 2021

By Scott Fowler, Contributor Construction safety goes beyond protecting workers. You also have to protect the public. Construction projects happen in different environments, and you have to consider the people and…

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Implementing Updated COVID-19 Guidelines for Getting Back to Work Safely

October 13, 2021

By Kevin J. McMahon, MS, CIH, Contributor As construction companies navigate reopening safely amid the second COVID Delta variant wave, employers should continue to follow and implement guidelines for preventing…

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Crane Operator Employer’s Responsibilities

October 13, 2021

By: Ron Overton, Contributor One of the most frequent questions posed by employers is a clarification of exactly what their responsibilities are to be in compliance with the revisions of…

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Safety Considerations for Extension Ladders

October 11, 2021

By: Maureen Paraventi Extension ladders – also known as portable ladders –can be found in many types of worksites. They usually have two sections that operate in brackets or guides…

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New Report: In Construction Industry, Concern for Mental Health Is High, But Willingness to Discuss Mental Health is Low

October 1, 2021

As the pandemic continues to impact the economy and mental health of many workers, construction experiences the second highest rate of suicide among major industries. A new survey of the construction workforce…

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FT-One Fit Full Body Harnesses by FallTech

September 22, 2021

FallTech® introduces the FT-One Fit™ premium full-body harness for women who require fall protection when working at height. FallTech observed and listened to working women talk about their challenges and…

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Ergodyne Expands Critical Device Management Line with Five New Barcode Scanner Holsters

September 17, 2021

Ergodyne announced the addition of five new scanner holsters to the recently launched Squids® device management line. With models to fit both standard barcode scanners and smaller mobile computers, the new…

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Fall Protection Training Requirements, Construction – Regulation 29 CFR 1926.503

September 1, 2021

Ranking: 8 A Workplace Story From a Massachusetts FACE Occupational Fatality Report: Three hours into his shift on a cold January day in Massachusetts, a laborer/carpenter lost his balance and…

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Ladders, Construction – Regulation 29 CFR 1926.1053

August 31, 2021

Ranking: 5 A Workplace Story From a California FACE report: It was raining and the steps of an 8-foot-straight ladder that was leaning against a 3-tiered storage shelf unit at…

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Scaffolding, General Requirements, Construction – Regulation 29 CFR 1926.451

August 31, 2021

Ranking: 4 A Workplace Story From a Wisconsin FACE report: A 59-year-old male plaster laborer in Wisconsin died after falling from a scaffold and striking his head on asphalt pavement.…

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