Despite our attempts to mitigate risk, work related accidents still occur, especially when driving on the road. Your reaction to an accident can define how a claim is managed and can influence […]
Earthquake Safety and Preparedness
Situated along the Ring of Fire, the Pacific Northwest is a hot spot for geological activity. Earthquakes strike suddenly and can cause serious devastation, so it is essential to be […]
Open CESCL Training Course
The Integrated Group is hosting another open Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) training course on November 5th and 6th. Open to anyone in need of certification or re-certification […]
Fatal Pit Collapse: The Importance of Shoring
Professional Safety – On August 5th, prosecutors charged two construction managers with manslaughter after a tragic accident at a New York site in April. A 22-year-old immigrant worker was crushed to death when […]
Maintaining Focus
Mark Mann, Principal, Sound Predictions LLC – Maintaining focus seems like an easy task. However, a simple slip of the mind, or a stray daydream, can quickly lead to injury […]
Crane Collapse in Mecca
CNN – Last Friday, a construction crane tragically collapsed onto the roof of the the Grand Mosque in Mecca, killing at least 111 people and injuring 238. A powerful sandstorm is […]
False Statements
OSHA On August 6th, a steel and roofing contractor from Alabama was charged with three years of supervised probation and 30 hours of community service after he gave false statements […]
Reporting Workplace Injuries
In last weeks publication of Professional Safety, Vladimir Ivensky explored the differences between OSHA and RIDDOR policies. One major difference is the attention to reporting high-potential dangerous occurrences in RIDDOR policies. In contrast, […]
Independent Contractor or Employee?
The use of independent contractors versus hired employees is becoming more popular for employers, allowing them to cut down on costs. However, many employers fail to successfully differentiate employees and […]
Roofer Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury After 20ft Fall
Washington State Department of Labor & Industries – Last year, a 46-year-old man, with 20 years of roofing experience, fell 20 feet during a routine job, resulting in multiple fractures, a collapsed […]
