Articles Tagged with ''jobsite safety''

An overlooked aspect of roofing safety is the estimator. By properly training an estimator, roofing contractors can nip property damage, materials handling and safety issues in the bud.

J. J. Keller adds virtual reality training to its online portal, offering immersive simulations across 16 courses, aiding engagement, retention and convenience for safety-oriented training.

Named in reference to an OSHA standard, the FT-1910 safety harness provides workers with unmatched support, durability, and comfort.

Raymond Corporation introduces iW.ObjectSense, a detection system that alerts lift truck operators to obstacles, enabling controlled slowdown and stops for enhanced safety. 

A roofing worker suffered severe electrical burns, and six homes were damaged after a power line energized a gutter system, sparking fires in a west Houston townhome community.

KStrong's new rooftop safety system is designed for use when structural anchors are unavailable. 

Starting this month, the maximum OSHA penalties for serious and other-than-serious violations increased to $16,550; the maximum penalty for willful or repeated violations will increase to $165,514 per violation.

Australian researchers have developed what is known as the “JHA Knowledge Graph,” a groundbreaking tool automating job hazard analysis, enhancing safety for roofers by predicting site-specific risks and reducing injuries.