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Trench After Cave-in
Incidents
Without Cave-in Protection, Excavations Can Be Deadly

A cubic yard of soil causes a massive crushing injury risk. This tragic incident highlights the risks of not providing adequate cave-in protection.

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Scene of the Trench Wall Collapse
Incidents
Without Cave-in Protection, an Excavation Turns Tragic

This contractor had a safety program but had not implemented the program or provided employees with safety training. Here's what went wrong.

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Big Trucks on Construction Site
Driving Safety
Safety Tips for Driving Heavy Equipment on the Work Site

Defensive driving applies to the job site too, no matter if that is a construction site, a warehouse parking lot, a residential area, or an isolated field site.

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Electrician working in electrical panel
OSHA Focus Four
OSHA Focus Four: Eliminate Electrocution Hazards at Work

Electrocution hazards are one of the top 4 areas of fatalities in construction. Here are safety tips to cover during your next toolbox talk on electrical safety.

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Inspector with clipboard.
Site Safety
Job Hazard Analysis Review Starts Accident Investigation

When any incident occurs, what is one of the first questions that should be asked, and why is it a good starting point for the investigation?

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Forklift Topple at Construction Site
Incidents
All Forklifts Are Not the Same: Why Training is Important

All forklift operators need to have the proper training before they jump in the driver's seat. This protects them and other workers in the area.

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Work Zone
Work Zones
Work Zones: Why Daily Safety Meetings are Important

For crews that are working on projects in work zones, a daily safety meeting at the start of every shift is recommended, here are great points to emphasize.

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Spotter Helping Dump Truck Back Up
Driving Safety
Spotter Signals and Safety Tips to Keep Your Crews Safe

Who needs to be trained to be a spotter at the job site? Does everyone understand the signals? Learn more about spotter signals and safety tips for your crews.

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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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