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Business
NIOSH Publishes New Resource To Minimize Lead Exposures During Lead Pipe Removal
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
When workers are exposed to lead at the work site, they may unknowingly carry it home on their skin, clothes, or personal items such as cell phones, keys, and boots. This can lead to potential lead exposures for other household members.
Workers at risk may include managers, line supervisors, or field workers such as those from plumbing companies, city utilities, or construction companies who work with water lines.
Business
Hitachi Global Air Power Welcomes New VP of Operations
Hitachi Global Air Power
Ballenger will lead the company’s manufacturing in Michigan City, Ind. and has worked as a Lean consultant for Hitachi Global Air Power since July 2023.
Ballenger brings more than 40 years of management experience to Hitachi Global Air Power.
Business
National Safety Council Names Callahan Chairman at Campbell Institute
National Safety Council
Prior to serving in his current role as president and chief operating officer, Callahan served in a variety of business development and management roles throughout his nearly 20-year tenure with ISN.
As the Institute’s chairman, Callahan will be responsible for guiding the organization’s strategic direction and partnerships across a global network of business leaders and professionals in government, nonprofit, education, and labor.
Business
Serious Workplace Injuries Jump 7.5% From 2021
National Council for Occupational Safety and Health (National COSH)
To effectively eliminate workplace hazards, safety experts recommend effective worker safety training programs and putting a priority on eliminating hazards with system-wide engineering and operational changes.
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Portable Lighting
6 Ways LED Lighting Can Enhance Construction Projects & Client Relationships
Dialight
As a contractor, specifying the right lighting can add tremendous value for your client in terms of long-term ROI and total cost of ownership.
As a contractor, specifying the right lighting can add tremendous value for your client in terms of long-term ROI and total cost of ownership.
Construction Technology
The John Aarts Group Advances With Teleo Remote Operation Technology
Teleo
The enhanced working environment closely resembles a gaming station, appealing to new audiences — both a younger generation and those who don’t see themselves climbing into a cab for eight to ten hours a day.
Teleo can give operators a way to control heavy equipment in a remote setting. Operators can be located in a safe and easygoing environment.
Lifting Equipment
IPAF Guidance: Keeping Holiday Decoration Install Safe
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) is reminding those installing and removing seasonal decorations and lights with the technical guidance booklet for safety.
IPAF Safe Use of MEWPs in Public Areas
Construction Safety
OSHA Names Top 10 Safety Violations for 2023
National Safety Council
Eric Harbin, OSHA Region 6 administrator, presented the preliminary data for "OSHA's Top 10" during the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, the world's largest annual gathering of safety professionals.
Eric Harbin, OSHA Region 6 administrator, presented the preliminary data for 'OSHA's Top 10' during the 2023 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, the world's largest annual gathering of safety professionals.
The Contractors Best Friend
The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 11: Jobsite Safety
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Three construction experts discuss how the use of smart cameras is improving safety on jobsites by increasing visibility around heavy equipment.
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Construction Safety
Attachment Safety 101
A big factor in attachment safety is ensuring that attachments are well taken care of and maintained.
Werk-Brau’s D-Lock Coupler design includes industry-leading safety features like automatic front lock, dual pin locking, and a patented slide lock design to ensure safety on the jobsite.
Business
Winter Warnings for Electrical Safety
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
More than half of the 45,000 annual electrical fires occur between December and February. The causes of electrical fires can range from damaged wiring and space heaters to outdoor and indoor holiday decorations.
Arc fault circuit interrupter breakers provide families with a high level of protection by stopping hazardous arcing conditions before an electrical fire can start.
Concrete
ASCC 2024 Safety Awards
American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)
Winners of this year's Safety Awards were announced during the 2023 American Society of Concrete Contractors Conference.
Ascc Safety Awards 2023
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