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How to develop a custom safety program at your construction company

There are many small contractors out there looking for safety training information on a daily basis, which leads one to believe their company safety programs might not be as up-to-date as they would like. If you’re using an inadequate or outdated program, it’s time to step up and develop your own—one that’s specific to your […]

May 5, 2014

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Safety Step 2: Double-check equipment

If you’ll be working on around electrical circuits or parts, check to see that machinery and power tools are properly grounded and check the condition of all power cords. If you need to inspect or repair machinery, pull the plug first.   < Safety Step 1            Safety Step 3 >> […]

November 25, 2013

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Safety Step 1: Keep Your Distance

OSHA requires you stay at least 10 feet away from overhead power lines with up to a 50,000-volt current. For lines that exceed 50,000 volts, you’re required to add a distance of stay at least 10 feet plus 4 additional inches for each additional 10,000 volts of current above 50,000 volts.   < Back to […]

November 25, 2013

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Safety Step 3: Wear the right PPE

Your personal protective equipment is the last line of defense between you and any hazards you may face. Make sure your PPE is approved for the type of work you are performing, and keep it in good condition. Uncomfortable PPE or items in disrepair can distract you from the task at hand, making you more […]

November 25, 2013

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3 Safety Steps for avoiding electrocution on the jobsite

Of all the causes for on-the-job construction fatalities, electrocution may seem the most avoidable. It’s merely a matter of avoiding live wires, right? However, at approximately 140 U.S. deaths annually, electrocution is the fourth leading cause of construction fatalities in the nation, making it one of OSHA’s “Fatal Four.” So, why are so many construction […]

November 25, 2013