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Excavation-Related Damages to Buried Infrastructure Plateau

by Joanna Masterson | Oct 11, 2018
Infrastructure | Markets | OSHA | Safety

Nearly 440,000 excavation-related damages to U.S. underground facilities occurred in 2017, up 5.5 percent from 2016, according to the Common Ground Alliance’s latest Damage Information Reporting Tool (DIRT).

New Standard Addresses Wind Turbine Construction Safety Requirements and Identifies Hazards

by Christopher Daniels | Sep 25, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | OSHA | Regulations | Safety

ANSI/ASSP A10.21 – 2018 Safety Requirements for Safe Construction and Demolition of Wind Generation/Turbine Facilities identifies and addresses hazards specific to wind turbine construction.

Looking Past the Workers’ Comp Premium

When choosing a workers’ comp carrier, consider costs but don’t overlook how carriers historically handle claims and their reserving practices (how much is set aside to pay claims).

Weather-Related Safety Preparedness, Risks and Recovery

by Marla McIntyre | Sep 11, 2018
OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

Beyond physical damage to equipment, materials and structures on a worksite, severe weather can create a safety concern for employees. Developing long-term plans to prepare for severe weather can help to address these risks.

Easy Steps for Improving Construction Site Safety

by Kelsey Rzepecki | Sep 4, 2018
OSHA | Safety

By setting clear expectations for safety, managers set the tone so all workers understand their personal responsibility for safety and that they follow rules, procedures and best practices.

Five Extension Cord Rules to Enhance Electrical Safety

by Jeson Pitt | Aug 24, 2018
OSHA | Safety

As one of the most extensively used electrical products in construction, extension cords pose risks ranging from overheating to becoming a fire hazard, which may result in lives lost and property damage.

Plan, Communicate and Clean Up

by Tim Ham | Aug 14, 2018
OSHA | Safety | Total Human Health

From June to November, hurricane safety should be a top priority for contractors. A strategic disaster management plan ensures the safety of employees and surrounding communities.

Organizations Unite to Develop Global Fire Safety Standard

by Joanna Masterson | Aug 13, 2018
OSHA | Safety

More than 30 global organizations came together at the United Nations to form the International Fire Safety Standards Coalition and develop a consistent set of high-level fire safety standards.

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Excavation-Related Damages to Buried Infrastructure Plateau

New Standard Addresses Wind Turbine Construction Safety Requirements and Identifies Hazards

Looking Past the Workers’ Comp Premium

Weather-Related Safety Preparedness, Risks and Recovery

Easy Steps for Improving Construction Site Safety

Five Extension Cord Rules to Enhance Electrical Safety

Plan, Communicate and Clean Up

Organizations Unite to Develop Global Fire Safety Standard

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