New Updates for Cranes and Derricks
OSHA is updating the agency’s standard for cranes and derricks in construction by clarifying each employer’s duty to ensure the competency of crane operators through training, certification or licensing, and …
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Overhead Line Work and Safety Measures
Overhead line work requirements are contained in OSHA’s regulation 1910.269(q). Key provisions include: ▪ Poles and towers must be structurally capable of withstanding the stresses that may be imposed when …
The ABCs of Safety Certification
Construction managers are well aware of the necessity for employees to complete OSHA certified 10-hour and 30-hour training courses, both for high-end projects and those less complicated. However, it is …
Eye Protection: Sunglasses Don’t Count
OSHA’s eye and face protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.133, requires the use of eye and face protection when workers are exposed to hazards such as flying objects, molten metal, liquid chemicals, …
Safety Protocol for Hazardous Chemicals
When it comes to hazardous chemicals in the workplace, OSHA is very clear on the proper protocol for the labeling, handling and training required to work with these substances. OSHA’s …
The Hazards of Combustible Dust
Fires and explosions can happen for a multitude of reasons on a construction site but one of the most common causes is combustible dust. Metal-based materials such as aluminum, titanium …
Safety Training for Temporary Workers
Hiring temporary workers for special projects or seasonal work is a common practice in the construction industry, but it does not exempt the employer from the responsibility of safety training …
Safety in Hot Summer Conditions
As unpredictable as the weather is in the Maryland area, heat threats are real, especially for construction workers. Here we break down the symptoms and hazards of working outside this …
Safety Citations and Compliance
A post-inspection citation can quickly become an ongoing source of unwanted fines and action items for any type of construction project. Whether a safety inspection is initiated because of a …
Avoiding Hazards of Confined Spaces
Many workplaces contain areas that are considered “confined spaces” because while they are not necessarily designed for people, they are large enough for workers to enter and perform certain jobs. …
