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Construction sites are safer today than they have been in the past. Some reasons include a growing awareness of how to limit risk, increase safety, and maintain morale. However, there are still steps that need to be made. Check out this interview about recent safety trends and what constructors and contractors can do to continue making progress. https://lnkd.in/gaqhK3Sh #AIC #ConstructionSafety #ConstructionRegulations

This National Asbestos Awareness Week (25 November to 1 December), we're reminding workers and the community of the risks associated with ageing and deteriorating asbestos - raising awareness and equipping civil construction professionals with the skills they need to stay safe. It's essential for professionals and tradespersons working around asbestos to have the knowledge, skills and training to know how to safely handle this deadly material. Understanding the risks and following the correct safety procedures can save lives.

CURT has been monitoring safety performance since 2004 through the Safety Benchmarking Portal (SBP), housed within the Construction Labor Market Analyzer application. This platform offers members insights into their safety performance compared to others in the industry. The goal is to drive incidents, injuries, and fatalities to zero by providing a shared perspective on safety improvement. The SBP aggregates and anonymizes owner and contractor safety data for benchmarking and improvement. Participation before June 30th is encouraged to contribute to this crucial initiative. #CURT #ConstructionSafety #Construction #Safety https://ow.ly/EX1L50S2ypi

Happy Thursday of Construction Safety Week! As we gear up for the weekend, let's finish the week strong with a focus on fire safety during construction and demolition operations. Did you know that Chapter 33 of the IFC provides a comprehensive framework for fire safety, emphasizing the importance of owner responsibility and the implementation of a robust site safety plan? Some key areas covered include installation and maintenance of fire protection systems, adequate access for firefighters, reliable water supply for fire suppression, clear means of egress, safe handling and storage of hazardous materials, and regulation of temporary heating and other ignition sources. An effective fire watch is also highlighted as an integral part of these safety measures. Additionally, Chapter 33 aligns with the International Building Code, ensuring standardized practices across the board. For project owners and managers, developing and maintaining an approved site safety plan is mandatory. This plan must address all construction phases and include contact details of the site safety director, training documentation for safety personnel, emergency procedures, and fire department access, as well as storage and usage guidelines for hazardous materials. Let's prioritize fire safety to protect lives and properties on construction sites. #ConstructionSafetyWeek #FireSafety #SiteSafetyPlan #Chapter33 #IFC

Always do a proper Risk Assessment prior to commencing the work to be done...

Safety Update! From Seth Hall, CSP, CHST, Safety Manager for Danis & ABC FFC Safety Committee Member: Excavation activities are a critical component for many construction projects, involving the removal of soil and rock to install foundations, utilities, stormwater drainage systems, etc. While essential, these excavations pose significant risks to workers, including cave-ins, being struck by/caught between incidents, potential exposure to hazardous atmospheres, and more. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing number of significant injuries and fatalities related to excavations, this topic remains on the National Emphasis Program for OSHA. This white paper will provide an overview of best practices and excavation requirements. Please review the link below & pass along to your teams for best practices. https://lnkd.in/eJPnWA5n Does your company have best practices related to Excavation Safety? Comment below to share. In safety, we all win. #ABCMeritShopProud

⚡ Avoiding Danger from Underground Services ⚡ 🦺 A training day for some of our workforce regarding a Safe System of Work when working near all underground utilities. This is in accordance with the Health and Safety Guidance HSG47 and Construction Design and Management Regulation 34. ✅ The guidance offered in these training sessions outlines the dangers which can arise from work near underground services. It further provides advice on how to reduce these risks and applies to situations where work involves penetrating the ground at or below surface level. 👏 Thanks to Shoc Consultancy Ltd for hosting this session. #undergroundservices #reducerisks #highrisk #avoidingdanger #trainingday #trainingsession #healthandsafety #safetymatters

Check out these Worksafe BC stats for the construction industry over the last 5 years: Top 4 accident types. Safety first, always. #WorkSafeBC #ConstructionSafety"

The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Construction Safety Campaign kicks off next week with a focus on critical risks. At Kirby, safety is not just a priority – it's one of our core values. As an official sponsor of the CIF Construction Safety Campaign, we will be covering all aspects of critical risk, from managing hazardous energy to ensuring safe practices while working at heights. Watch our video to learn more about Kirby’s dedication to safety and building a culture of Zero Harm. #CIFSafety24 #ZeroHarm #CriticalRisk #SafetyFirst #KirbyCoreValues #Construction #ConstructionIndustry

🔵 Construction sites are bustling with activity, but safety should never take a backseat! Introducing Exigent-PPE - your AI-powered partner in ensuring OSHA compliance and site safety. #ExigentPPE #ConstructionSafety #OSHACompliance