Those of us in the roofing industry understand the vital importance of putting measures in place to prevent injury while on the job. When executed properly, an OSHA fall protection […]
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A scaffold is a temporary platform used when performing tasks above the ground. Because scaffolds are high off the ground, they present a serious risk to workers. Common injuries caused
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Bystanders are non-construction workers near the site. Bystander safety should be taken seriously. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), statistics are not kept on bystander injuries. However,
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What is the most cited safety violation in the United States? If you guessed the lack of proper fall protection, then you guessed correct. In an effort to raise fall
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A claim about negligent professional services or defective construction work may not come forth until years after the completion of construction. In fact, claims regarding non-payment, delay, and scope of
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A No Damage for Delay (NDFD) clause is designed to protect the owner and have the contractors and subcontractors assume the financial risk. A few states do not allow contracts
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Part of the job of a general contractor is protecting their company from liability. Construction is a dangerous business in which injuries happen, even in the safest environments. Accidents happen
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At any given time, contractors bid on numerous projects. Therefore, understanding a few items can make the bidding process go smoothly and in your favor. Here’s some advice from an Orlando
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Fall protection equipment includes lanyards, anchors, anchor points, safety harnesses, ropes, and more. For every category, there is an innumerable amount of manufacturers for each product. You may find that
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The Hierarchy of Controls tackle the many ways to reduce hazards and risks. The last and least costly part of the Hierarchy of Controls is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Personal
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