July 30, 2023
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder
The National Emphasis Program is set to prevent injuries and fatalities related to summer heat. Heat exposure is an increasingly dangerous jobsite hazard which killed 344 workers between 2011-2019 with 42% (144) of those workers in the construction field. OSHA regulations will increase its inspections of jobsites when heat warnings or advisories are issued by …
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July 5, 2023
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No matter your style of circular saw, the fact that they are used so close to the hands and body mean they pose a very real threat to you and your crew’s safety. Here are a few tips from OSHA to help you keep your construction site safe.
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August 31, 2020
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OSHA regulations are there to protect workers and property owners. Failure to adhere to OSHA regulations can lead to stiff fines for construction companies. Injuries on the jobsite that are reported to OSHA will lead to fines being imposed and crippling delays.
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February 12, 2018
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers
As more women enter the construction environment, the Occupational Safety and Heath Administration (OSHA) has renewed its commitment to creating safe working conditions.
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August 4, 2016
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Knowing the tips of the trade can help you to complete jobs on time and at a profit. This improves the customer’s experience and results in fewer delays and expensive callbacks. Here are some pro tips that will help you to get the job done right.
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August 2, 2016
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Miscommunication can lead to expensive callbacks and delays which will affect customer satisfaction on this job and the next. Here are some tips on how to create a contract that ensures your interests and those of your client are always satisfied.
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January 20, 2015
/ Posted in: Builders, Dealers, DIY, Framers
Nearly 40,000 nail-gun injuries are reported to emergency rooms across the US every year and OSHA claims that nail gun injuries account for 14% of their reported injuries. Not only operators are at risk of injury; 12% of nail-gun injuries happened to bystanders. With these staggering results, it may be time to rethink nail gun safety.
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