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What You Need to Know About the May 2023 OSHA Initiative

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is now increasing its efforts to prevent falls in the workplace. While fall prevention and protection have always been a top priority of OSHA, the administration is launching a new initiative to address this national problem. Use our guide

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How the Golden Gate Bridge Changed Safety Standards

If there’s one construction job that set the modern standards for work site safety precautions, it is the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. When construction on this bridge began in 1933, it was the earliest suspension bridge supported by a tower in the ocean and surrounded by harsh weather and

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How to Prevent Unauthorized Roof Access

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about safety at your construction site, warehouse or other company buildings? More than likely, you’re thinking of minimizing the risks of employees getting critically or fatally injured. Rightly so. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4,764 deaths were attributed to workplace injuries

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An Architect’s Choice: Aluminum vs. Steel Ladders

As an architect, ensuring a building’s safety is paramount. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls are the number one cause of death in the construction industry. Utilizing safety equipment like fixed ladders is critical to eliminate those preventable deaths and reduce injuries. When deciding what type of ladder

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You Could Be Liable for Lack of Safety Systems

You need to provide safe procedures and materials for your employees and ensure your rooftops have the safety systems to protect them. Otherwise, you could be liable if someone falls from a height while at work.  Creating a safe environment for your workers minimizes the chance of anyone experiencing a

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OSHA’s New Fixed Ladder Standards: Phasing Out Cages

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ladder standards are intended to keep workers safe and limit the number of fall-related injuries and deaths. It is important to understand these standards so your workplace is compliant and your employees can be safe. Understanding the Fixed Ladder Standards OSHA created fixed

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Use Cases for Guardrails

It’s no secret that working at heights comes with numerous safety risks that can lead to serious injuries and even death. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 805 fall-related worker deaths in 2020 alone. This number is particularly high in occupations that require individuals to work on

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