Winter brings heightened risks for workplace injuries such as slips, cold stress and road accidents, making early preparation for worker safety essential.
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Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards (EALs) serve different functions in personal fall arrest systems, with factors such as mobility, cost and maintenance influencing their use in various work environments.
Effective safety training prevents workplace falls by increasing awareness, improving hazard response and fostering proactive measures.
Confined spaces present unique fall hazards, but these risks can be mitigated through proper assessment, effective fall protection solutions, and thorough training.
OSHA proposed $485,580 in penalties to U.S. Tank Painting Inc.
S&L Roofing, Gutters, and Siding LLC faces five safety violations and $64,759 in proposed penalties.
NOR-D LLC faces $61,065 in proposed penalties following the death of a 54-year-old worker.
Ensuring strict adherence to OSHA guidelines at loading docks is essential to prevent accidents, protect employee well-being, and avoid significant legal, financial, and reputational consequences.
Staying ahead of the curve requires proactive assessments and enhancements in fall protection.
Fall protection and awareness of suspension trauma are essential for ensuring workplace safety, as proper equipment use and effective rescue plans can prevent injuries and save lives.
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If you’ve spent any amount of time on a commercial roof lately, you know how much is going on up there. It’s a world unto itself.
OJR Construction Inc. was cited for leaving workers vulnerable to safety hazards.
Sky Safety Inc. now faces $447,087 in proposed penalties.
Landmark Erecting Inc. left the 31-year-old worker open to fall protection hazards.
H R Vasquez Construction LLC has a history of fall protection violations.
Neubert Painting Inc. allowed underage workers to work on customers’ roofs.
The organization issued a call for instructors, with submissions due by April 12.
OSHA cited the Pennsylvania-based manufacturer with 17 violations.
Why choosing stairs over ladders is the smarter choice for rooftop safety.
Roofing is one of America's most dangerous professions, necessitating enhanced safety measures to reduce the annual fatalities and accidents.