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Cranes and other lifting machinery facilitate the safe and efficient transportation of large and heavy loads. However, the disadvantage of using heavy equipment is the loud noise they produce, creating communication barriers at the work site.

Falls are the leading cause of work-related deaths in the construction industry. In order to curb the rising number of fatalities resulting from this type of accident, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) continue to run fall prevention campaigns to keep workers and employers informed about the typical risks of falling in construction. 

Only you can prevent workplace fires. Well, not necessarily – your employees can help, too. However, you'll need to provide the right resources to ensure that your team can work together to prevent and manage fires. Workplace fires threaten your employees’ safety, damage your property or product, and slow things down significantly.

When an injury or accident happens on the job, employers and some employees are legally required to report it. But effective incident reporting can be easier said than done, especially if you’re new to the process. Below, we’ve compiled five of the most important rules to consider when creating incident reports.

Being committed to safety is invaluable. There’s no way to replace proper safety protocols, and there’s no way to avoid needing them. Practicing safety not only helps keep employees safe but also ensures a business runs as intended.

June is National Safety Month, a crucial period dedicated to raising awareness about safety in various aspects of our lives. To support this initiative, the National Safety Council (NSC) has provided an array of valuable resources that can benefit both individuals and organizations.