Many workplace injuries do not occur during the main task. They occur when workers are transitioning from one activity, location, tool, piece of equipment, or work area to another. Examples include: Moving from ground work to elevated work Switching from…

When most people hear “Lockout/Tagout,” they think of mechanics working on machinery in a shop. However, hazardous energy exists on nearly every construction project, and workers can be seriously injured even when they are not performing maintenance. Washington State DOSH…

Debris chutes provide an efficient way to remove waste material from elevated work areas, but they also create serious hazards. Improper use can result in struck by injuries, falls, property damage, and equipment failures. Employees working around debris chutes must…

Emergency Preparedness & Emergency Action Plans September is National Preparedness Month. While we focus every day on preventing accidents, emergencies like fires, chemical spills, severe weather, or sudden utility failures can happen without warning. Today, we’re reviewing our Emergency Action…