Falls happen. They don’t need to. Join groups nationwide this week for National Safety Stand-Down week. It takes three easy steps: plan, provide, train. Plan on it Plan ahead to […]
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Protecting Workers from Heat Stress
Protecting Workers from Heat Stress Heat Illness Exposure to heat can cause illness and death. The most serious heat illness is heat stroke. Other heat illnesses, such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps […]
Ladder and Stairway Safety
Stairways and ladders are a major source of injuries and fatalities among construction workers. OSHA estimates that there are 24,882 injuries and as many as 36 fatalities per year due […]
Prevent Back Strains and Sprains
Various studies have shown that the construction trades have a higher incidence of back injuries and muscle strains than many other occupations. Lifting a weight that is too heavy, lifting […]
Fire Extinguisher Awareness
All fires can be very dangerous and life- threatening. Your safety should always be your primary concern when attempting to fight a fire. There are five classes of fire extinguishers […]
