10
Aug
05
Mar
Falls from roofs can be prevented !
Wear a harness and always stay connected Make sure your harness fits Use guardrails of lifeline Inspect all fall protection equipment before use Guard or cover all holes, openings and skylights PLAN ahead to get the job done safety. PROVIDE the right equipment. TRAIN everyone to use the equipment safety.
07
Feb
How High is DEADLY ?
You may not be very high off the ground but if you fall, it could be deadly. In 2015, 16.9% of all fatal falls were from heights of 10 feet or less. Join the Campaign to Stop Construction Falls! www.stopcontructionfalls.com Source: Fatal occupational injuries incurred by workers in the construction industry due to fallsRead More
24
Jul
Deaths Caused By Falling Objects
In 2015 519* fatalities resulted from being struck by an object or equipment. Falling objects accounted for 48% of these deaths. 247** Deaths Caused by falling objects X $1.45M average cost per fatal accident = $385M in 2015 alone *up from 503 and 2014 **up from 243 in 2014 Sources National Safety Council Injury FactsRead More
16
Jul
Swing-Fall Hazards
Swing-fall hazards Be careful not to tie off to an anchor in such a way that if you fall, you'll swing into an obstruction. This is called a swing-fall hazard. A swing fall can be as harmful as falling to the ground. After a fall After a fall, immediately remove from service all equipment usedRead More
05
Jul
Safety Around Drilled Holes – Pier or Direct Embed Foundations
Purpose This Best Practice provides guidance for improving safety when working around drilled holes on distribution and transmission projects. Operating Units have the responsibility to put in place those measures that best protect employees. This Best Practice represents the soundest methods for reducing incidents and ensuring employee safety, based on experience and other learnings. ToRead More