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Site Safety
Why Every Crew Needs a Job Hazard Analysis for Safety

A Job Hazard Analysis helps identify risks before work begins, ensuring hazards are controlled and crews can work safely on every task.

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Scene at Excavator Accident
Incidents
Wearing Seat Belts on Heavy Equipment Can Save Lives

The one thing you've heard all your lives is what could have possibly prevented this unnecessary fatality. This story should have had a different ending.

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Outdoor construction worker drinking water from a water bottle.
Health
From Cramps to Stroke, Recognize Heat Stress Symptoms

Sometimes just taking a break and drinking more water is not enough. Learn how to recognize the deadly symptoms of heat-related illnesses.

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A black hydraulic floor jack next to two jack stands with yellow tops, in front of a “Safety First” sign on a white background.
Tools
Lifting Loads Safely: Using Jacks and Jack Stands

Lifting heavy loads may look simple, but using jacks and jack stands the right way is essential to prevent accidents and keep every job safe and steady.

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Safety Data Sheet box in a warehouse.
HazMat
How Chemical Hazard Communication is Effective at Work

Get the facts about the Globally Harmonized System that aligns with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard and what it means for the safety of workers.

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A bag of dry cement with a small shovel in it.
Health
Health Hazards of Working With Cement in Construction

Workers using cement should know the health hazards, understand the risks, and follow safe working procedures necessary to limit harmful exposure.

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Messy Construction Area
Site Safety
Good Housekeeping Helps Prevent Job Site Hazards

Believe it or not, OSHA cares how neat and tidy you are on the job site. Messy projects mean the potential for OSHA poor housekeeping citations.

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Spiral-bound Safety Survival Guide Book
Safety Resources
Quick and Easy Survival Guide Keeps OSHA Off Your Back

The Insider's Guide to OSHA answers the questions that every employer needs to know about workplace safety programs, inspections, logs, reporting and more!

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Fire Extinguisher on Concrete Post
Fire
How to Use a Fire Extinguisher to Safely Put Out a Fire

If it's allowed as a component of the workplace fire prevention plan, employees should be trained to safely use the fire extinguishers available at work.

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