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Whether you work in construction, emergency services, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC, at some point  you are going to have to work in inclement weather. These tips will help ensure you work as safely as possible. Wear the Right GearYou won't be focusing on the task at hand if you are wet and miserable. Proper rain gear should be layered. If it's...

Out of all the jobs out there, those in the construction industry are among the most dangerous. Whether you’re in the trenches, on the road, or up a scaffold, you need to take all the pr ecautions necessary to make sure you’re constantly protected. Falls, electrical shocks, and collisions are just some of the things that can happen while on...

Being in the construction industry can be very rewarding, but it also comes with its own set of unique dangers that pose a ri  sk to workers every day. In particular, roadside construction workers face even greater threats because of their location. With motorists zooming by at all times, roadside contraction workers must deal with the potential of being struck...

Anything can happen on the job, especially for those who are in the construction industry. Injuries happen all the time, and many times these situations can be avoided if certain safety precautions had been followed. While various injuries occur on occasion, eye injuries can be particularly difficult to deal with. About 300,000 Americans are forced to head to the ER every...

When it’s frigidly freezing outdoors and your job takes place outside, having hi-vis clothing on is the only way to go when it comes to ensuring the ultimate in safety and comfort while on the job. No matter what season it happens to be, it’s critical to ensure maximum visibility. But in the winter, additional layers of clothing are necessary...

The American National Standards Institute, or ANSI, has administrated and created regulations and  standards around what can be used as safety wear. This includes workwear, work uniforms, and the reflective colored vests that many personnel in utility, construction, airport, and emergency industries wear. These standards are split into three classes, those being: class one, two and three. The higher the...

Risk assessments are something that must be carried out on a regular basis in a workplace and these assessments and checks are important because they help the manager and foreman to determine if there are any hazards and the risks that need to be noted. Consideration must also be given to the worker to ensure their safety and care must be given...

Being employed and earning a living should never come at the expense of a person’s safety. There are certain jobs out there that require an added level of safety measures in order to ensure complete security while on the job. Any scenario where there are passing motorists or people operating large pieces of machinery or equipment warrants the use of hi-visibility safety apparel to...

If you work in an industry that doesn't stop just because it's raining, you need to invest in safety rain gear The following is a list of common rain gear and its features. Poncho Simple and easy-to-use, ponchos are a one-size-fits all, inexpensive solution. Ponchos come in a variety of colors, and have the advantage of being easy to store and taking...

Summer is a time for warmer weather and sunshine, but depending on where you live, summer thunderstorms can be almost daily issues. This is especially true in areas such as Florida and Louisiana. Although the rain can be a welcomed cooling factor on hot days it can really increase the risk for injury on road construction sites. Slick roadways along with...