All safety Articles

Close-up view of a walk-behind saw blade.
Tools
Safety Precautions for Construction Walk-Behind Saws

The hazards of operating a walk-behind saw, guidance for transport, and the safety precautions to prevent the dangers of carbon monoxide and silica dust.

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Large handheld power saw not currently in use with blade attached.
Tools
Work Site Safety Tips When Using Handheld Power Saws

Handheld power saws, including circular saws, are versatile and convenient tools that can be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken seriously.

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Worker rolling up an orange extension cord.
Electrical
GFCI and Extension Cord Electrical Safety Precautions

Extension cords are common and convenient, but when used without proper safety precautions they can become fire hazards and pose risks to worker safety.

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Construction worker putting his hand out to signal "stop".
Site Safety
How to Prevent, Predict and Respond to Workplace Violence

Gain perspective on the different types of workplace violence, warning signs to be aware of, reporting and investigation guidance, and active shooter scenarios.

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Worker pushing a hand truck with two boxes on it.
Materials Handling
Safety Hazards and Precautions When Using Hand Trucks

While hand trucks can reduce risks associated with manual lifting, there are still safety precautions to follow when hand trucks are used for materials handling.

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Clothes Rack Holding Orange and Yellow Assorted HVSA Jackets and Shirts
Work Zones
How High-Visibility Safety Apparel Keeps Workers Safe

If workers are exposed to the dangers of traffic and construction equipment in a work zone, they must wear high-visibility safety apparel, known as HVSA.

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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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Fire Ants
Site Safety
Tips for Outdoor Workers to Avoid Fire Ants on the Job

Workers should know how to recognize fire ant mounds, how to avoid them and what to do if they unexpectedly get bit and stung while working outdoors.

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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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