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OSHA has released its proposed new heat standards.

Department of Labor Announces Enhanced, Expanded Measures to Protect Workers from Hazards of Extreme Heat

October 1, 2021
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The newly established initiative prioritizes heat-related interventions and inspections of work activities on days when the heat index exceeds 80 degrees Fahrenheit.


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Ohio Roofing Contractor Fined for Repeatedly Not Using Fall Protection Equipment

September 27, 2021
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OSHA is citing an Ohio roofing contractor for continuing to endanger himself and his employees by not using fall protection equipment or having it available at jobsites.


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Werner to Update Edge Fall Protection Products For Upcoming Code Changes

September 17, 2021
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In anticipation of ANSI-approved Z359.14 for self-retracting lifelines, Werner is updating its Bantam and Max Patrol Self-Retracting Lifeline families.


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Florida Roofing Contractor Dies After Being Struck by Lightning

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 8, 2021
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A young roofing contractor tragically died after being struck by lightning while working on a job on Sept. 7.


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Construction Workers Concerned About Delta Surge Amid Vaccine Hesitancy

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 23, 2021
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A survey of Construction Dive readers shows vaccine hesitancy still remains in the construction industry, though concerns for safety among vaccinated workers is increasing.


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The RIDGEPRO Brings its Safety Message to International Roofing Expo 2021

August 10, 2021
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Whether you need just one roof anchor system or hundreds to help keep your workers safe, stop by Booth #2623 and let RIDGEPRO know your requirements.


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IRE 2021 Session Preview: Understanding OSHA's Multi-Employer Worksite Doctrine

Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
August 10, 2021
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In this session, learn about the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s multi-employer worksite doctrine and the unforeseeable employee misconduct defense to an OSHA citation. 


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U.S. Department of Labor Kicks off National Safe + Sound Week

August 9, 2021
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Safe + Sound Week offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe.


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OSHA Cites Ohio Roofing Contractor for Sixth Fall Protection Violation in Three Years

July 30, 2021
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A roofing contractor in Ohio has been fined for exposing workers to fall hazards, making this the sixth time in three years the company has been cited for fall protection violations.


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Florida Metal Roofing Company Fined After Employee's Partial Hand Amputation

July 28, 2021
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Blac Investments Inc. – operating as Tri County Metals – removed protective guards from a metal-cutting machine, which led to an employee suffering a partial hand amputation.


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