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What’s a Safety Stand Down?

A Safety Stand Down is a voluntary event initiated by any contractor or construction company to take a break, get down off their ladders, scaffolding and roof-tops and have some conversations around the hazards of the job, personal protection options and how to be compliant and keep everyone safe on the jobsite. Many companies use the Safety Stand Down week to train their workforce on company safety policies, safety goals and best practices.

Check in each day for a new safety article to share with your team!

MON / May 3

How Fall Protection Works

Most of us are required to wear hardhats, gloves and safety glasses, and anyone working on lifts, ladders or scaffolding must understand the ABCD’s of Fall Protection.

TUES / May 4

Ladder Tips For Pros

Unfortunately, one of the tools concrete contractors use most often can be the most dangerous. Improper ladder use plays a part in one of every three fatalities on today’s jobsites.

WED / May 5

Learn About Tool Tethering

Workers have been dropping tools for over 100 years. We’ve had plenty of time to develop safety rules and programs to keep people safe, yet there are thousands of injuries reported each year from falling objects.

THUR / May 6

Sizing Up Scaffold Safety

Repair contractors frequently work in a vertical orientation or overhead on tasks that require using heavy tools from elevated surfaces. And many of the techniques used are multi-stepped.

FRI / May 7

Is Falling That Big Of An Issue?

Why does OSHA dedicate so much time and energy to Fall Protection? The answer is simple but alarming. Falls continue to be the leading cause of death in construction.

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Jun 3, 2021

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OSHA Safety Stand Down

OSHA has a listing of all Safety Stand down events in various regions of the country.

Additional Safety Information

We have dozens of posts around jobsite and personal safety. Feel free to look through our resource center and let us know what you think!

If you can’t find something on a specific topic drop us a line. Our goal is to keep you informed on safety and construction-related topics that will help you succeed.

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6-Point Lockout/Tagout Action Plan

Aug 23, 2019

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Is Your Job A Pain In The Neck?

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Marking and Flagging Your Jobsite

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Being Smart About HazMat Protection

Labor Laws: Make Sure They Know

Randy Hall Apr 5, 2019

Are Your Posters In Compliance? You’ve seen them—big, bold posters composed of important information for workers. They highlight worker rights and no matter where your job is, labor law posters must be on display and visible to employees.…

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Be Seen and Be Safe!

Randy Hall Mar 29, 2019

With no shortage of potential hazards on a construction site, worker safety is job one. One of the best ways to protect workers, especially those who work on or near equipment and moving vehicles, is by outfitting them in High-Visibility…

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A Closer Look At Eye Protection

Randy Hall Mar 6, 2019

It goes without saying that eye protection on a construction site is a top priority. From the concrete worker on the ground to the sheet metal worker on the roof, all construction workers should regularly wear ANSI-approved protective…

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First Aid Kits: Types and Classes

Randy Hall Feb 22, 2019

Is My First Aid Kit ANSI Compliant? On a construction site, being safe while getting the job done is always the number one priority. One of the easiest ways to help mitigate injuries and reduce risk is to ensure that American National…

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Leading Edge Work

Randy Hall Jan 20, 2019

What is Leading Edge work? Most contractors, even those not actively working at heights, are familiar with the term, but if you’re not, let’s start with basic definitions. Leading Edge Leading Edge work can occur on any jobsite…

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Aerial Lift Safety Tips

Randy Hall Dec 14, 2018

The Ups and Downs of Aerial Lifts Mobile employee lift equipment is common on all construction sites. Contractors have discovered how these units can help workers both increase efficiencies and enhance safety when properly used. To ensure…

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The Importance Of Hearing Protection

Randy Hall Nov 26, 2018

Hearing loss can cost contractors The Center for the Protection of Workers Rights recently launched a promotional program warning 2/3 of workers in the concrete and masonry industry are exposed to noise levels exceeding the NIOSH…

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How To Choose And Use Slings

Randy Hall Oct 15, 2018

General Use of Different Types of Slings In this article we'll explore the different types of slings and which ones to use in various applications. If you're good at math there's a section on calculating sling capacity. If you're not good…

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Bloodborne Pathogen Safety Plan

Randy Hall Sep 17, 2018

When coworkers attempt to provide aid, it is not uncommon to be exposed to blood.

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Jobsite Defibrillators Can Save Lives

Randy Hall Aug 27, 2018

Why You Need An Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

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How To Avoid OSHA Silica Dust Fines

Randy Hall Aug 9, 2018

OSHA is handing out some hefty fines OSHA is serious about reducing construction worker exposure to respirable dust. By the end of the first quarter of 2018, OSHA and state safety agencies have reported issued 116 violations to OSHA …

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Ladder Safety Tips for Pros

Randy Hall Aug 5, 2018

Ladder Safety Improper ladder use can lead to fatalities Unfortunately, one of the tools concrete contractors use most often can be the most dangerous. Improper ladder use plays a part in one of every three fatalities on today’s jobsites.…

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What’s a Safety Stand Down?

Check in each day for a new safety article to share with your team!

MON / May 3

How Fall Protection Works

TUES / May 4

Ladder Tips For Pros

WED / May 5

Learn About Tool Tethering

THUR / May 6

Sizing Up Scaffold Safety

FRI / May 7

Is Falling That Big Of An Issue?

OSHA Safety Stand Down

Additional Safety Information

We have dozens of posts around jobsite and personal safety. Feel free to look through our resource center and let us know what you think!

If you can’t find something on a specific topic drop us a line. Our goal is to keep you informed on safety and construction-related topics that will help you succeed.

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