Power Tool Safety Whether you are a do-it-yourself home improvement person, tradie or a contractor, power tool usage can seem self-explanatory. Many workers and home users forego reading the instructions, planning their tool usage, wearing the proper clothing, and remaining aware of the … [Read more...] about Power Tool Safety
Construction Safety
10 Safety Essentials for Your Construction Site Workforce
10 Safety Essentials for Your Construction Site Workforce A good boss values their workforce and understands they are integral to the success of the business. If your employees work on a construction site you’ll also understand how important it is that they wear appropriate clothing and equipment – … [Read more...] about 10 Safety Essentials for Your Construction Site Workforce
WHS, Environmental & Quality Compliance Documentation
WHS, Environmental & Quality Compliance Documentation Made Simple, Quick & Easy … Or Your Money Back NB: This is not a paid advertisement or a product review just some publicity for a great supporter of our blog. Check out out their website and make up your own mind about the suitability of … [Read more...] about WHS, Environmental & Quality Compliance Documentation
The Importance of Communication and Benefits of 2 way radios in Construction Safety
The Importance of Communication and Benefits of 2 way radios in Construction Safety In all workplaces safety is of paramount concern to both the employer and employees. A construction site can be a very dangerous place to be if certain safety measures are not put in place. We are all used to seeing … [Read more...] about The Importance of Communication and Benefits of 2 way radios in Construction Safety
Crane crashes into concrete mixer
Crane crashes into concrete mixer Pics currently on the radio 3AW site here: http://www.3aw.com.au/blogs/neil-mitchell-blog/crane-smashes-into-cement-mixer/20130213-2ec0y.html They call it a “cement mixer” – aaargghhh I hate that term – I worked in the concrete industry for 10 years – it is a … [Read more...] about Crane crashes into concrete mixer
The 5 most common construction site accidents and how to prevent them
The 5 most common construction site accidents and how to prevent them In any country, construction sites are one of the most dangerous places to work, second only to agriculture in terms of accident frequency. No matter how many laws and safety procedures are in place, construction sites are still … [Read more...] about The 5 most common construction site accidents and how to prevent them
Respiratory Danger at Construction Sites
Respiratory Danger at Construction Sites Whether digging below the earth or working in enclosed, dust-laden buildings, workers are exposed to countless respiratory hazards every day. The health effects of some of these hazards might not be seen for years, while others can cause instant loss of … [Read more...] about Respiratory Danger at Construction Sites
Safety Considerations to take when working with Metals
Safety Considerations to take when working with Metals Guest Post Most tools, appliances, equipment and many other items have metal as part of their construction. This is because, metal has all the qualities to keep places and items strong and stable at all times. This makes metal a precious … [Read more...] about Safety Considerations to take when working with Metals
Does Green Building Equal Safe Building?
Does Green Building Equal Safe Building? Guest Post As 'green construction,' using eco-friendly materials and sustainable building methods, reduces the volume of traditional products such as bricks and metals being used, there are many who hold a belief that this makes the process safer … [Read more...] about Does Green Building Equal Safe Building?
Construction Risk Assessments
Construction Risk Assessments The Construction Risk Assessments software package by Safety Services Direct consists contains over 60 generic examples of Building and Construction Risk Assessments for a wide variety of construction and construction related activities. Each of the construction risk … [Read more...] about Construction Risk Assessments