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Loader and Dump Truck on Construction Site
Heavy Equipment
Dump Truck Hazards to Cover During the Next Toolbox Talk

Construction workers should remember that working around heavy equipment, like dump trucks, puts them at risk for struck-by, caught-in, and other hazards.

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Scene of the Trench Incident
Incidents
Workers Injured When Pinned in a Trench by a Backhoe

Two workers were injured when they were pinned in a trench by a backhoe. Why is heavy equipment safety not just the responsibility of the operator?

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Awareness Campaigns
Why Construction Safety Week Matters and How to Get Involved

Held each year during the first full week of May, Construction Safety Week is a nationwide effort to inspire everyone in the industry to stay focused on safety.

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Oxy-fuel cutting torch slicing through a thick sheet of metal with visible sparks and molten metal.
Tools
Cutting Torch Safety: Hazards, Precautions, and Best Practices

Using a cutting torch can be dangerous if proper safety measures are not followed. Understanding the risks involved is the first step in preventing accidents.

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Mesothelioma
Health
Mesothelioma Facts, Risks and Prevention Guidance

It can take years for a person exposed to asbestos to develop symptoms of mesothelioma. Once the disease sets in, it can spread, and there's no cure.

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Healthcare Worker Holding Two Kinds of Hearing Protection
Personal Protection
Damaging Decibels: Tips to Prevent Hearing Loss

Prolonged exposure to sounds that measure 85 decibels and higher can damage your hearing. Get valuable tips for protecting your hearing at work.

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Awareness Campaigns
Work Zone Awareness Week Reminds Drivers to Slow Down

National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is held once a year. Find out more about how your company can participate to bring awareness to work zone safety.

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Building Safety Month banner.
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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Awareness Campaigns
Every April: National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents

How organizations can participate in the National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents that is in coordination with Work Zone Awareness Week.

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