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Scissor Lift Tip Over Accident Scene
Incidents
Why Scissor Lifts Should Only Be Used by Trained Operators

Scissor lifts can be a safe way to reach great heights, but when operators aren't following safe operating procedures, things can go very wrong.

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Lowered Scissor Lift With Two Painters Wearing Fall Protection
Scaffolds & Lifts
Scissor Lifts Allow Workers to Work at Heights Safely

Scissor lifts are safe and stable when used properly by a trained operator. But what are the common hazards that cause the most scissor lift accidents?

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Three Scissor Lifts Not in Use
Scaffolds & Lifts
Scissor Lift Precautions to Prevent Serious Incidents

Although many safety precautions apply to most scissor lifts, each lift has different weight limits, specifications and hazard warnings posing unique risks.

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Stairways on outside of outdoor storage tanks
Fall Protection
Safety Tips for Stairways to Prevent Slips, Trips and Falls

Slips, trips and falls happen everyday on workplace stairways and all employees can benefit from these great reminders on stairway safety.

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Awareness Campaigns
Building Safety Month Promotes Construction Safety

Building Safety Month aims to raise awareness about the importance of building codes that ensure safety in the spaces where we live, work, and learn.

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Construction worker in high-visibility clothing shoveling hot asphalt during road paving operations.
Work Zones
Asphalt Safety: Protecting Workers from Heat, Burns, and Fumes

Asphalt work combines heat, fumes, traffic, and equipment hazards that can increase injury risk without proper safety practices and consistent awareness.

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Close-up View of Large Water Truck
Incidents
Construction Worker Dies After Tragic Struck-by Incident

When workers are assigned to tasks in the vicinity of moving vehicles, the employer should require pre-work safety meetings for all employees on site.

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Worker Measuring Confined Space with Tape Measure
Confined Spaces
Confined Space Worker Roles During Permit-Required Work

Those assigned a role during confined space entry must have sufficient training to understand what is required of them and know how to use their equipment.

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A worker wearing safety gear has opened a manhole cover and is looking inside.
Confined Spaces
Safety Tips for Confined Space Work in Manholes

Ensuring safety in and around manholes involves understanding confined space entry procedures, using proper PPE, and following safety protocols.

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