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HSE to target site dust in summer crackdown

Construction Enquirer

Safety inspectors are launching a three-month campaign this summer to tackle the threat of dust on construction sites. Each year in the construction industry, there are thousands of preventable cases of irreversible lung disease due to past exposure to dust at work. ” .

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Secure Your Equipment Trailers on Construction Sites

CCR Magazine

Securing equipment trailers on construction sites is a critical task for any construction company, as theft can lead to significant financial losses, project delays, and even compromised worker safety. Here, we explore best practices and expert insights on how to secure equipment trailers on construction sites.

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WINT urges construction industry to tighten up water management processes amid UK JCoP regulation

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new water management standard enforces Mandatory Water Systems Management Plans, Active Automatic Flow Monitoring Shutoff (AAFMS), and coverage for temporary and permanent water systems. The warranty provides reimbursement in the unlikely event of water damage in a WINT-protected site.

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AfPA: Enhancing safety around mobile plant and equipment

Roads Online

The Australian Flexible Pavement Association’s National Worker on Foot Awareness Course is the sector’s opportunity to invest in the safety and well-being of its workforce, reducing risk and potentially saving lives. This course meets that need head-on. The Primary goal of the course is incident prevention.

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Safety First and Last: Creating a Safe Site in Any Environment

Civil + Structural Engineer

While the rate of onsite accidents has declined slightly in recent years, OSHA reports that construction injuries cause an average of around $11.5 Even worse, the construction industry has one of the worst rates of fatality on the job, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting that 1,069 workers died on the job in 2022.

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National Safety Month 2024: Top Tips for Risk Management

Safety Services Company

In June, as we celebrate National Safety Month 2024 , it’s imperative to acknowledge the strides made in safety technology within industries like construction, oil, and gas. Recent statistics reveal a sobering reality: one in five construction workers experiences a fatal injury annually.

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The Best Ways to Prevent Falls at Construction Sites

CCR Magazine

Falls are among the construction industry’s leading causes of injuries and fatalities. Construction workers face these risks every day when working on ladders, scaffolding, or unprotected edges. Preventing falls involves implementing proper fall protection systems and creating a safety culture at your construction sites.