In the construction industry, fall hazards are a significant concern, making the safety of workers paramount. One of the key components to ensuring safety on construction sites is the use of properly ...

When it comes to personal protective equipment (PPE), most pieces of equipment are designed to protect a worker right out of the packaging. When a worker faces potential hand injuries, simply ...

Despite alarming statistics that indicate falls from height remain the number one cause of death in the construction industry—accounting for more than 36 percent of all work-related deaths in 2013, ...

Falls are among the most common causes of serious work related injuries and deaths. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, in 2011, falls to a lower level accounted for 553 ...

OSHA requires that fall protection be provided at elevations of four feet in general industry workplaces, five feet in shipyards, six feet in the construction industry and eight feet in longshoring ...

You probably have a dirty job and there is no way around it. But that dirt, industrial solvent, oils, built up salt from sweat and more can impact the longevity of your fall arrest harness. Just like ...

OSHA 1910.146, the standard covering permit-required confined spaces, is a great starting point to learn more about creating a confined space program. The standard is a quick read, covering the ...

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