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What You Need to Know about OSHA's Proposed New Rules for Heat Injury and Illness Prevention
On July 1st, OSHA announced new proposed rules to prevent heat injuries and illnesses in outdoor and indoor work settings. These regulations are poised to bring significant changes, especially in the construction industry, where workers are frequently exposed to extreme temperatures. While these rules aim to enhance worker safety, their practical implications vary depending on the region and specific work conditions. This will also significantly impact employers and employees. While we want and
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Aug 11th 2024
10 Myths about scaffolding that could be the difference between life and death
In this blog post we are going to address and debunk some common myths and misconceptions about scaffolding. We'll also cover relevant regulations, compliance, and safety concerns.I did not realize until doing some research, how little is known about scaffolding and particularly about scaffolding safety. As a contractor I specifically trained my scaffold crew to erect and disassemble scaffolding correctly following OSHA guidelines. Let us look at 10 myths in the scaffolding industry debunke
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Jul 2nd 2024
Common Mistakes to Avoid when Erecting Scaffolding
The Importance of Proper Scaffolding Setup in ConstructionScaffolding is one of the most important and commonly used tools in the construction industry. It allows workers to access heights safely and efficiently. However, if scaffolding is not properly set up, it can be extremely dangerous. In fact, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 65% of all construction workers work on scaffolds. Unfortunately, scaffolding accidents are also responsible for almost 5,000 in
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May 31st 2023