Safety articles on Site Safety

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Site Safety

Ground Conditions: Preventing Hazards and Improving Safety

Unsafe ground conditions can introduce new hazards on outdoor job sites which can slow down projects and can also be dangerous for workers.

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A rat crawling up a thick rope.
Site Safety

Rodent Risks: Health Hazards and Damage in the Workplace

In addition to the health and sanitation risks introduced by mice and rats, when they invade the job site or work facility, rodents can cause quite a bit of damage.

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Site Safety

The Hierarchy of Controls: Protecting Workers from Hazards

The Hierarchy of Controls is a framework for protecting workers from hazards that involves identifying, ranking, and implementing safeguards.

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Site Safety

Protect Outdoor Workers in Dangerous Weather Conditions

Outdoor workers must be aware of the risks posed by different weather elements, including heat exhaustion, frostbite, wind damage, lightning strikes, and more.

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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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Forklift operator in warehouse.
Site Safety

Ensure Adequate Safety Training to Protect Warehouse Workers

Safety precautions all warehouse workers need to be trained on include PPE, forklifts, housekeeping, materials handling, ladder safety, and fall hazards.

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Warehouse Worker Tripped., Grasping at Hurt Knee
Site Safety

Use Your Safety Program to Minimize Slip, Trip and Falls

Slip, trip and fall hazards are lurking everywhere on the walking/working surfaces at work, but a good safety program can minimize those risks.

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