Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) data shows that there were 7,402 falling protections violations in 2015. There were 50,000 falling objects incidents reported that same year. While construction workers sometimes fell in these reported incidents,...
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Do workers take risks to keep their jobs?
Technically speaking, workers should be afraid of many of the risks that wind up leading to serious on-the-job injuries. If they still take those risks, does it mean there is something they fear more?That could be the case. The reality is that many workers fear that...
Working in the trenches: How dangerous is it?
Construction workers may find themselves working in or around trenches on the job site. For them, it might be just another day at work, but trench work and excavation can be some of the deadliest operations on a construction site. The greatest risk is cave-ins, which...
Tips for safe operation of a crane at construction sites
Overhead cranes are an efficient way to move loads in a variety of industries in California, but they present an abundance of safety risks.Every company should have a plan for the safe use of an overhead crane that includes a daily checklist for proper operation and...
How construction workers can help prevent power tool injuries
Too many serious injuries in construction work are caused by power tools that are worn out, malfunctioning or just plain defective. Construction workers can help prevent these injuries by properly inspecting their power tools before they begin using themFollowing are...
Scaffolding safety tips: Rules every worker should know
Scaffolds are a familiar sight on construction sites, and indispensable when it comes to working in high places. But scaffolds are also a common source of danger for workers -- especially when the proper safety measures aren't taken.Here are some scaffolding safety...
5 reasons for ladder falls
For a construction worker, one of the greatest threats on the job is a ladder fall. It can happen quickly and in seemingly safe conditions. However, there is often an underlying issue that caused the fall to happen and perhaps could have been avoided.Here are five of...
Only qualified employees should work with electricity
California job sites are filled with hazards - too many to list. Each poses a danger for employees. One of the biggest risks occurs when electricity comes into play.The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cautions that any tasks on the job site that...
10 tips for safe operation of a forklift in California
Several hazards exist on California construction sites, and among them are forklifts.The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has estimated that each year, there are 62,000 nonserious injuries and 35,000 serious injuries related to the operation of...
Seek help when injured on a California construction site
The risks of injuries to employees on a California job site are both seen and unseen. Either way, they are dangerous.According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5,190 workers were killed on the job in 2016. A good chunk of them occur in the construction industry....
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