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Signs at the entrance of a construction site.
Site Safety
Choose the Best Safety Sign for Every Job Site Situation

Don't assume everyone is aware of clear and present danger, signs are important! If there is a potential hazard, signs must be visible at all times.

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Ladders
How to Conduct an Extension Ladder Safety Inspection

Even with periodic inspections, it is still every worker's responsibility to be sure that the ladder they are about to use is in safe working order.

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Construction worker wearing a hardhat working up high.
Fall Protection
Why Working at Heights Requires Approved Fall Protection

Job sites must be set up in a way that prevents workers from falling off of overhead platforms, elevated workstations, into floor holes, or out of holes in the wall.

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An image of lockout locks with the phrase, "Respect the Unexpected, Think Through the Risks."
Conduct
Situational Awareness is an Important Safety Skill at Work

Situational awareness is an on-the-job safety skill that is critical for hazard identification, effective decision making, and accident prevention.

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Two Versions of Printed Safety Manuals
Safety Manual
Safety Manual You Can Easily Customize for Your Company

We have the lowest prices on OSHA-compliant written safety programs and we make it easy to customize for your company! Start with our free version today.

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White-tailed deer with antlers standing on a grassy path in a woodland area
Site Safety
Wildlife Safety at Work: What Outdoor Workers Should Know

Stay safe on the jobsite with these essential tips for preventing wildlife encounters with deer, bears, coyotes, bobcats, and birds.

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The word “OSHA” in large white letters with the word “EXEMPT?” stamped diagonally in bold red on a dark background, creating a questioning tone about OSHA exemptions.
OSHA
Are Small Businesses Exempt from OSHA? Key Facts Explained

Small businesses aren’t fully exempt from OSHA. Learn what rules still apply, who is truly exempt, and why all companies should have a written safety program.

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Safe and Sound Week Banner
Awareness Campaigns
Every Company Can Participate in Safe and Sound Week

Show your commitment to safety by joining organizations across the nation to raise awareness and promote Safe and Sound Week.

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Best Practices
All About Toolbox Talks: Your Questions Answered

Learn what's missing from your workplace health and safety program and what your company can gain from hosting regular safety meetings and toolbox talks.

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