Safety articles on Site Safety

Common construction site hazards along with guidance on specific items that need to be included in the construction company's workplace safety program.

Review the job site safety precautions all crew members should follow when working with or near rebar on any construction site.

During demolition planning activities keep safety in mind when considering demo methods, equipment to be used, potential hazards, and PPE selection.

For employees that work outdoors or regularly conduct business in residential neighborhoods, training on dog bite prevention techniques is important.

All personnel on a demolition project need to be fully aware of the potential for unknown hazards and the safety precautions available to control these hazards.

For outdoor workers there may be the opportunity to encounter venomous snakes on the job and safety training should include how to watch for snakes.

Review lightning hazards and safety recommendations for outdoor workers provided by OSHA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

A robust safety program helps minimize risk to your workforce and keeping your insurance up to date will help your company weather any future liabilities.

Workers need to recognize the hazards, avoid contact with potentially harmful plants, and know how to protect themselves on the job.