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Articles Tagged with ''jobsite safety''

The J. J. Keller Safety Professional of the Year (SPOTY) Awards are fielding applications through July 31.
Awards News

Apply Now for the J. J. Keller SPOTY Awards

Prestigious awards highlight excellence; first-place prize package valued at more than $44,000
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 6, 2024
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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is seeking applicants for the 2024 SPOTY Awards, honoring safety professionals with prizes; first place is worth more than $44,000. Applications are accepted through July 31.


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Detroit roofer dies after falling through the roof of a school.
Safety News

One Worker Dead, Second Injured in Detroit Roofing Accident

One construction worker is dead and another is injured after falling through the roof of a school in Detroit
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 3, 2024
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One construction worker died, and another was injured after falling through the roof of a primary school in Detroit; the cause is under investigation.  


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Werner introduced the ProForm Switchpoint for its ProForm SP Full Body Harness to create a self-rescue system (pictured).
Saftey Innovation

Werner Introduces New ‘Self-Rescue’ Harness Add-On for Post-Fall Safety

The “ProForm Switchpoint Self-Rescue System” provides controlled lowering and simple transition for descent
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 24, 2024
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Werner unveiled the ProForm Switchpoint self-rescue system, allowing workers to self-rescue from falls using their ProForm SP harness. 


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A hazardous materials label being placed onto a drum (pictured).
Regulatory News

New Labor Dept. Rule Updates Hazard Communication Standard

Agency says update will improve quality of information on labels, safety data sheets to better protect workers, first responders
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 22, 2024
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The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.


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Roofing Safety Scaffold Fall
Roofing Safety

OSHA Cites Massachusetts Contractor Following Worker's Fatal Fall from Ladder Scaffolding

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 21, 2024
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OSHA investigators say the roofing employee fell 27 feet while attempting to carry materials and climb a ladder jack scaffold.


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A house fire in Westbrook, Conn., required engines from three towns to bring under control. A firefighter fell through the roof. Two occupants were treated for minor injuries. (Photo of the burned roof.)
Connecticut Dispatch

Firefighter Falls Through Roof, 2 Injured, in House Fire

Early morning weekend blaze in Westbrook, Conn., injures residents; firefighter walks away unscathed after falling through roof
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
May 20, 2024
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An early morning fire in Westbrook, Conn., on Sunday injured two residents and saw a firefighter fall through the roof. 


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National Forklift Safety Day is June 11 and will be held in person and virtually.
Safety News

11th Annual ‘National Forklift Safety Day’ is June 11

The hybrid event allows forklift manufacturers to highlight the safe use of lift trucks, emphasize operator training, and equipment checks
May 15, 2024
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The Industrial Truck Association's 11th National Forklift Safety Day on June 11 at the National Press Club will spotlight forklift safety, operator training, and equipment checks; the hybrid event will also be held virtually.  


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A roofer hooked onto a harness working on a steep slope roof.

Are Blanket Safety Rules for Roofers a Good Idea?

Controls implemented to reduce hazards must not only be feasible, they also can’t create a greater threat
Tammy Clark
Tammy Clark
May 10, 2024
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Industry trends show a rise in 'blanket safety measures' by contractors, risking greater hazards; understanding roles is crucial to avoid such risks and educating on safety principles is vital.
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Editor's Note discussing Roofing Contractor magazine's new Safety Advisor eNewsletter (man on roof in harness pictured).

Safety Advisor: Roofing Contractor’s Latest Safety Tool

RC’s free new digital newsletter gets positive reviews from roofing companies of all sizes and specialties. Sign up now!
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
May 3, 2024
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RC launches the Safety Advisor eNewsletter to inform commercial and residential roofing contractors of all the latest news, products and developments in rooftop safety. Sign up now!
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Roofing Safety

Werner Kicks Off Month of May with 500 Nationwide Safety Training Sessions

Werner to train up to 65,000 trade and construction pros nationwide on safety and fall protection best practices
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
April 30, 2024
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Werner is providing focused Stand-Down training throughout the month of May and additional educational safety training and resources available year-round.


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