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If I am NCCCO certified do I still need crane operator training? This was the question I was asked today. And after yet another conversation with that customer, it is clear that there is still a lot of confusion about what the rule changes for mobile crane operators in the construction industry mean as far […]

It might surprise you to know that almost half of all fatal fall accidents within the last decade have involved ladders. Ladders are such handy and simple tools that are used so often that many people can overlook the hazards that accompany them. Hospitals estimated that 81% of fall injuries treated for construction workers in […]

Safety procedures don’t just apply to construction. Every industry and every job needs to follow safety procedures in order to make sure that their workers are safe. Recently, following a hot air balloon accident, the FAA is being further encouraged to make safety more of a priority. Interestingly enough, the FAA was certain that training […]

In your workplace, how often is a dump truck used to accomplish a job? Can you think of a time when you were standing around, minding your own business, whether on the job waiting to do a task, or in your normal everyday life and something happened that could have resulted in some level of […]

Accidents and neglect of principles; these are two things that can and have led to fatalities and injuries in the workplace. OSHA has put certain standards in place so that these things can be prevented. However, when these standards are not followed, accidents that can not be reversed may ensue. Take a look at the […]

Chemicals are commonly known as dangerous substances. We label chemicals, we are wary around them, and we wear PPE around them to prevent burns. However, sometimes we don’t take into consideration the possible reactive chemicals that may cause serious explosions, leading to death. On the “Houston Chronicle,” a series of entries goes into detail about […]

What Is Heat Stress? Heat stress is what happens when one experiences excessive or elongated exposure to heat and humidity without relief or enough fluid intake. Heat stress commonly results in heat-related illnesses and injuries like heat cramps or heat stroke. Everyone reacts to heat stress differently. Age is the biggest factor in how your […]

There are so many machines that present risks. Any time you put yourself on a piece of equipment, you are risking your safety, and challenging death. Fortunately, there are safety procedures and guidelines that are specific to every machine, and, if followed, can preserve your safety and prevent an untimely death. However, many times these […]

There are so many different kinds of industries that OSHA provides safety standards for. These standards are put in place for the very specific purpose of minimizing injuries and fatalities in any workplace. This includes construction industries, medical industries, and, not surprisingly, slaughterhouses. In recent years, slaughterhouses have become a safer place to work that […]

There are many industries that often come in contact with blood. Many construction companies, in particular, are unfamiliar with standards as they relate to blood; more specifically bloodborne pathogens. When blood isn’t a main concern in every company, it may become a leading cause of illness or even death. Accidents happen, and when they do, […]

If you are someone who operates mobile elevating work platforms, MEWPs, or are associated with these machines, there are changes in standards that you may need to be aware of. U.S. and Canadian organizations are adjusting regulations in order to increase operational safety, and to provide standardized products for global use. While it is unclear […]

No matter where you work, or what you do for a living, there is probably a chance that accidents could occur in your workplace. Because of this high chance for accidents, OSHA has extended occupation-specific standards that should be followed in every area of work. These standards are given to protect workers and employers alike. […]