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How Preventative Maintenance Improves Construction Worker Safety

by Talmage Wagstaff | Jan 21, 2021
Business | OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Training | Workforce

The most important part of a preventative maintenance program is implementing and maintaining it. A computerized maintenance management system can help.

Three Steps to a Safer Jobsite

by Deb Hilmerson | Jan 12, 2021
OSHA | Safety | Wellness

Three areas to emphasize for a safer jobsite are safety glasses/face shields, scaffolding safety practices and fall protection.

Heighten Carbon Monoxide Safety Awareness This Winter

by Matt McDonald | Jan 6, 2021
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Wellness

CO poisoning is a threat to crews on construction job site, especially during winter months when fuel-burning equipment and tools are used in buildings or spaces without sufficient ventilation.

Don’t Let Safety Programs Collapse or Fall

by Curtis Moore | Dec 2, 2020
Business | Business Development | Culture | Organization Culture | OSHA | Safety

Fall protection, ladders and trenching are three frequently cited OSHA construction standards. A written safety program is critical to employee safety and defense against OSHA citations.

15 Ways to Help Ensure Tower Crane Safety

by George Cesarini | Nov 17, 2020
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | OSHA | Safety

The following practices can help reduce common hazards associated with tower cranes and keep projects moving forward.

Dedicating a Safety-First Approach to Jobsite Vehicle Use

by Capreece Serna | Nov 13, 2020
Equipment | Fleet Management | Heavy Equipment | OSHA | PPE | Safety | Tools | Vehicles

A high volume and variety of vehicles on jobsites spells risk and liability. Here are strategies to create a safe and productive construction environment that protects workers and vehicles.

Business Interruption Policies: Are COVID-19 Losses Covered?

by Cornelius F. Riordan | Nov 9, 2020
Insurance | OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

Business interruption coverage provides coverage for loss of income or covered expenses. While in most cases, BI has not covered COVID-19 losses, there are glimmers of hope.

Don’t Overlook Asbestos Inspections Before Demolition or Renovation

by Jessica Rosenblatt, Scott Dismukes | Oct 6, 2020
OSHA | PPE | Safety

Owners and contractors should be aware that a licensed asbestos inspector must conduct a National Emissions Standard Hazardous Air Pollutant inspection before demolition or renovation of a building.
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