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You can never underestimate the power of the wind when working on a construction site. Strong winds can occur anytime, especially during the winter, but they are more than a nuisance. Strong winds can put the health and safety of your workers at risk. Moving equipment, opening doors, and simply walking outside can all be challenges when the wind blows at 50 mph. Learn how to protect your crew from the dangers of high-winds in a construction site.Common High Wind Construction DangersHigh winds ca …

Your multi-gas detector works hard to keep you safe. Unfortunately, all good things come to an end, including this vital device. Towards the end of a multi-gas monitor’s life, servicing or even replacement may be required as soon as possible: there’s no room for error when it comes to toxic atmospheres on the job. However, you don’t want your gas monitor to create hazardous conditions once it’s thrown out. Some gas monitors give you the ability to extend their usable life by having replaceable o …

Some jobs don’t stop when the weather gets bad—some jobs will even ramp up when the cold weather blows in. To those of you that are out working hard while the rest of the world is indoors, we salute you and want to help you take steps to avoid common cold-weather injuries and illnesses. Some cold-weather dangers are more obvious than others, but all can be deadly in the wrong circumstances. Here are five areas that need special attention while you’re working outside in low temps. Illness a …

The construction industry is one of the biggest in any country. One of the many responsibilities of an employer is to look after the safety and wellbeing of their employees. Workers that are confident in their skill and trust that their security is a priority will be more effective in their duties. The first step of accident prevention is knowing the danger, so scaffolding training should be considered mandatory for all at-height construction workers working on supported or suspended scaffolding …

You wouldn’t work on the underside of a car without making sure that the engine isn’t going to start or it’s securely on a jack. Why would you trust machinery to be off and safe when working on it? Lockout tagout procedures (LOTO) are processes that keep employees safe while they’re repairing machines. A lockout tagout procedure is important because it involves preventing machines or equipment from energizing, starting up, or releasing hazardous energy during non-routine work like re …

Being far above the ground is a hazard all on its own, but it’s not the only hazard that comes with elevated work. Sharp and leading edges are some of the biggest hazards that can affect fall protection. Sharp edges are edges that aren’t completely rounded and have the potential to completely sever most lifelines. A leading edge is any situation where a worker is exposed to a potential fall over the edge of a work surface. Both types of edges present their own hazards, and a worksite …

Cold weather can be dangerous even if you’re not working outside. For workers in some industries that deal with snowstorms and other hazardous winter weather conditions, these problems can get especially bad. Cold weather means an increased risk of hand injuries, whether directly related to the cold or as a side effect that prevents workers from doing their jobs safely. These five tips will help you keep your hands healthy and safe when the weather outside is frightful.Choose Gloves Designed for …

Finding the right respiratory protection depends on the types of hazards present in the job site.  Respirators work by either filtering particles from the air, absorbing certain chemicals (purifying) from the air, or supplying clean air from an outside source. Here are some respiratory protection options to choose from. Particulate respirators filter out dust, fumes (metal vapors), and mists, and are usually disposable dust masks or respirators with disposable filters. They should …

It’s a federal law for employers create safe workplaces. According to OSHA, employers must keep workplaces free of known health and safety hazards, and provide protections where it’s not reasonable to avoid those hazards. Just because it’s a federal requirement doesn’t guarantee that your workplace will make sure your employer complies, which is why you as a worker have rights of your own to help you use your voice and protect your safety and that of your fellow workers.Your RightsYou …

Both the  RKI GX-3R 4 Gas Confined Space Monitor and Gas Clip Technologies Multi-Gas Clip can be used to measure oxygen, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen sulfide in the field. If you need help choosing between the the two, use the following guide to select the best option for you and your team. Gas Monitor Size The GX-3R is known as the industry’s smallest gas monitor, measuring just 2.2 x 2.55 x 1.02 inches. The Multi-Gas Clip is slightly larger at 2.4 x 4.7 x 1.2 inches. Weig …