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Everyone has them: moments of distracted fantasies unfurling before our eyes when we’re supposed to concentrate on matters at hand. Who doesn’t occasionally lapse into a waking dream? We have a lot to think about. What we’re going to eat for dinner, whether or not you got that job promotion, what’s going to happen in […]

In the midst of these hot summer months, people are eager to make their lawns look their best. Green grass, luscious bushes and trees, and neat trimming lines are a sure sign that your property’s maintenance is in tip-top shape and that you yourself have fully embraced the cheerful summer spirit. However, when working on […]

It’s easy to get wrapped up in the numbers behind safety. The truth is, fines imposed by OSHA are the least of your worries if one of your employees has an accident. A stark reminder of that was published by The State Journal this week. A series of safety violates led to two different deaths […]

We at Safety Provisions Have been looking through our archives and have found a few old post we wanted to bring back up as helpful reminders. Remember to stay safe out there and visit www.hardhattraining.com for all your safety training needs. What Happened When it comes to heavy equipment operation, even if we are trying […]

Summer is in full swing, and if you’re like us, that means yard work. There seems to be a lawnmower in every yard during they summer, and they become commonplace and easy to take for granted. Not surprising, since the average lawn needs to be mowed about 30 times over the course of the summer. […]

Excavator Accident In the news this week, an excavator in Driggs, ID, hit a power line, causing a fire that burned at least two cars and a nearby business. The excavator was digging a trench along Main Street in Driggs, when it hit the live power line, which sparked and fell on the cars below. […]

OSHA fines and how to avoid them, something more owners, managers, and safety personnel are starting to consider. Companies are taking note as safety fines soar coming into the first half of the new year. OSHA Fines have gone up significantly since early 2016 and some companies are feeling the heat. OSHA fined two companies […]

Workplace Safety When dealing with workplace safety it can be tedious work to make sure things run smoothly. There are so many details to worry about as an employer that it can seem overwhelming to identify and implement safety regulations in a work space. Sometimes we may get the idea that we can skirt around […]

The Incident The New York area contractor Landtek Group, was recently hit with several OSHA citations. The company failed to implement proper safety measures for its employees working in a 10-foot excavation pit. The fines associated with the citations top $197,000. Landtek Group is one of the largest contracting companies in the area. Their niche […]

An accident occurred recently that hits close to home for Idaho residents; and I mean that literally. While most accidents involving heavy equipment seem to occur in construction, that is not always the case. This accident happened on a family farm, where a few simple mistakes cost a life, and left a tragic hole in […]

On any given day, it’s possible to be subject to safety violations and not even know it. Unfortunately for the companies named below, they were given fines for serious and repeat violations. Read the article below and see how you can avoid similar situations in your workplace. “Four companies either based in northwest Ohio or […]

Many construction and job sites will require the use of a backhoe. Read the article below to better prepare yourself by knowing the hazards associated with these machines, as well as becoming more knowledgeable in how to better operate them. “When construction accidents occur, they often involve serious injuries and even fatalities. A recent accident occurred […]