Fire Safety Essentials Every Contractor Should Know
Given the materials and supplies used in construction, job sites can be prone to fire hazards. Having a plan to prevent and address fires can
OSHA Heat Stress Emphasis Program Focuses on Employer Education
In April 2022, OSHA issued a new national emphasis program (NEP) for indoor and outdoor heat-related hazards that expanded on the agency’s ongoing heat-related illness
FCA Safety Manual Updated
The FCA U.S. Safety Manual received its annual update. Read this post to learn about the changes and how you can request your company's safety manual.
Air Quality in a Confined Space
Working in a confined space brings a set of challenges and hazards far different than any other type of work. OSHA defines a confined space
Choosing the Right PPE Footwear
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are an estimated 96,000 foot and ankle injuries every year that result in lost workdays; the average
Heat Stress Resources for Signatory Contractors
Click here to request the FCA Heat Stress Program template Summer is officially upon us, which means contractors need to be prepared for work in
What Employers Can Do to Reduce Smoke Exposures
Click here to access the NIOSH’s Wildfire Smoke and Outdoor Work resources Wildfire smoke exposures are creating hazards in many areas not accustomed to dealing
Top 5 Things That Should Happen the Minute OSHA Shows Up
The sudden arrival of an OSHA inspector immediately changes the atmosphere at any facility. Employees and supervisors alike tend to be more on edge with
Harnesses and Lanyards for Fall Protection
Falls are one of the leading causes of construction jobsite fatalities, understanding fall protection personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial for construction workers. Construction workers
OSHA’s “Instance-by-Instance” Citations Explained
As of March 27, 2023, OSHA began issuing “Instance-by-Instance” (IBI) citations for high-gravity serious violations of OSHA standards specific to: Fall Prevention Trenching and Excavation