The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) uses a three step process to save lives on the job: plan, provide, and train. Fall protection certifications are extremely important within various industries. If you’re overseeing any job that involves heights, fall protection equipment, and other general construction tasks, it’s essential that you enroll in a legitimate [...]
Without any fall arrest or safety equipment, a person can easily fall upwards of seven feet in two-thirds of a second. There's just about nothing you can do in that amount of time to stop someone from falling, which means that safety equipment is absolutely crucial to have on at all times when working in [...]
Moving construction materials is one of the first steps of any major construction process, aside from planning of course. It's a necessary part of every project. Cranes, derricks, hoists, powered industrial trucks, and conveyors are all used for material handling and are operated by virtually all employees. Cranes, derricks, and hoists all rely on web [...]
Construction work is often defined as one of the most dangerous professions. After all, the job includes lifting equipment, hook rigging, heavy material handling, and crane training. No matter how careful a worker can be, there will be always be hazards in the workplace. In order to prevent danger and personal injury, here is a [...]
Companies in various industries rely on lifting gear and rigging equipment to move cargo on a job site. Employees must be qualified to work in these types of environments, and this may include certification that demonstrates their understanding of the engineering principles involved in rigging. They must also be comfortable with the tools necessary for [...]
Thousands of workers around the country are familiar with OSHA's three-step process for preventing dangerous falls on the job: plan, provide, and train. In practical terms, that means companies should plan ahead for adequate fall protection at each job site, provide all necessary safety gear like rigging equipment, lifting gear, and slings, and train employees [...]
With the warm weather approaching, it's crucial to start thinking of the hot summer heat and how it can pose some health risks. Since construction workers work under the blazing sun, it is important to keep some safety tips and tricks in mind during the warmer months. Follow these tips to stay protected. 1.Hydrate Keep [...]
As an ordained minister living in Scotia, NY, Kent Busman often helps others in their times of need. But at the start of 2015, the house where Busman and his family lived burned to the ground. Fortunately, the year is ending on a high note for the family, as others in their small community have [...]