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Hand tools make jobs easier and are a necessary part of construction. But, they can also present just as much danger on a job site as larger construction equipment. Knowing the hazards of hand tools and how to combat these dangers can protect your team from harm.
Visit an active commercial building site, and you may see EIFS insulating board being installed. If you see this, you will likely also observe foam pellets, or particulate fines, drifting in the air or scattered on the ground.
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous in the world. Construction workers are exposed to chemicals, electricity, heavy equipment and machinery, heights, and extreme heat on a regular basis. As a result, 20% of occupational fatalities and injuries are construction-related, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Dewatering is often needed when stormwater accumulates in trenches, manholes, foundation excavations, and other areas of construction jobsites.
“Tight” spaces vary between individuals, so identifying confined spaces can be a difficult task. For some, hiding in a closet during hide-and-seek is fun, and for others, a few minutes in an elevator is a claustrophobic experience. What exactly is a confined space?
When does the summer heat transition from fun to dangerous? With sun exposure and heat radiating off the concrete, is it really a good idea to be outside?Working outdoors is part of many jobs, but there are ways to protect your team from the heat.
Workplace injuries aren’t just harmful to employees; they hurt the entire company—from profits to employee morale.
As our clients, partners and colleagues celebrate Independence Day this week, please remember OSHA’s fireworks safety tips for businesses. Whether storing large amounts of fireworks, transporting fireworks or even training people to use fireworks, safety should be every company’s primary concern when handling explosives.
Topsoiling is the act of scraping topsoil from a construction site and reserving it to aid in stabilization by providing a suitable medium to support vegetation growth. Exposed soil on stockpiles presents a significant source of potential pollution in stormwater discharges. Managing stockpiles is a very common challenge at construction sites.
Safety Managers are the catalysts of CORE’s Safe-Assist Services. They are responsible for implementing and monitoring safety and health programs, which ensures that each of our clients’ businesses perform to reduce risk on job sites every day. But beyond a job description, what makes a truly great safety manager? And how can employees aspiring to develop into these roles stand out?
