Being struck by an object is one of the most common accidents that cause death, especially in the construction industry. A struck-by accident (SB) occurs when a person is forcefully struck by an object, wherein the force of contact is provided by the object. Workers are most often struck by heavy equipment and moving vehicles, [...]
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Virginia Adopts Regulation for Reverse Signal Operation
Vehicles used in the construction and general industry that has “obstructed view to the rear” will need to be revved up to meet the latest safety rule driven by the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Program and the Virginia Safety and Health Codes Board. If there is anything that is blocking a driver’s view, [...]
Fatal Forklift Accident in Ohio
A worksite accident last July 15 left one casualty at Appleton Paper in West Carrollton, Ohio. The worker, William Wilson, got his legs trapped under a beam that fell from a forklift. The heavy beam, a spreader bar, had to be crane-lifted off of the victim by the emergency crew that responded to the accident. [...]
3 Deaths Point to Machine and Equipment Accidents
Three separate deaths of workers in Michigan, Oregon and Pennsylvania, occurred last week due to accidents while using machinery tools and equipment.
The first incident in Michigan involved a 21-year-old window washer who fell while rigging down the Grand Rapids Art Museum on Wednesday afternoon. Reports say that his rig gave way as he made his [...]
What You Need to Know about OSHA’s 10/30 Training Requirement (And yes—it is a requirement)
There are a whole lot of things to know about safety on the job, especially if one belongs to the general industry or construction industry. This is why the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is very strict in making sure that workers (especially new ones) get the orientation, training, and education they need with [...]
New OSHA Information Published: Skid-Steer Loader, Cable Tray Hazards and Process Safety Management
There’s no better time to drop by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website than now when the agency just published helpful information about skid-steer loaders safety, cable tray hazards and process safety management. Concerns about the first two subjects were addressed through the latest SHIBs (Safety and Health Information Bulletins) published [...]
Safety Tipbits: Compilation of Tips and Safety Measures in February
1. MSHA Update: Fire Prevention in Mining Sites with Better Conveyor Belts
Better selection of conveyor belts may just save a life. As a matter of fact, they can save hundreds of lives in a mining site by preventing fire hazards. That is, if they have an improved flame-resistant quality.
The Mine Safety [...]
Fleet Safety News: Engine Trouble May Have Caused Turkish Airlines Plane Crash in Amsterdam
Tuesday was a tragic day for Turkish Airlines as one of its planes crashed into a muddy field, leaving nine people killed and dozens more seriously injured. The Boeing 737-800 was flying from Istanbul to Amsterdam and was on its final approach to Schiphol Airport when the accident happened.
Issue about Aircraft Maintenance
Turkish Airlines was [...]
Equipment Safety: Guidelines in Working in a Machine Shop
Cuts, burns, blindness, electrocution, amputation, name it. Almost every kind of hazard can be found in a machine shop. There’s no telling what could befall any machinist, technician or apprentice as they go through their day-to-day job. That is, unless they learn to control all hazards that may cause them their health, or worse, [...]
Equipment Safety: OSHA Standards in the Safe Use of Laser
The construction industry benefits from the many wonders of laser technology. In construction sites, laser is used in leveling and elevations alignment applications, as well as in precision cutting and grading.
General Safety Measures
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set general requirements for the use of laser. These requirements are under [...]

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