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An Investigation of Surface Slip Resistance On Structural Steel

A study designed to measure slip-resistant paints for structural steel in order to prevent falls by structural steel erectors....

Encyclopedia of Occupational Safety & Health : Chapter 93 - Construction

A comprehensive overview of health and safety in construction worldwide, including trades, typical hazards, methods of prevention, regulations, manage...

Free Medical Screenings Begin for Former Hanford Workers

An announcement that former construction and maintenance workers from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford, Washington, nuclear facility are be...

Construction Has High Rate of Muskuloskeletal Claims

A summary of a study on musculoskeletal injuries in different industries, including information on injuries by trade and type of work...

Army Corps Sets a Standard on Construction Ergonomics

Describes the standards that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been using for the Prevention of Cumulative Trauma....

Construction Spanish

A dictionary and translation of Spanish terms often used in construction....

Constructive Ideas : Overcome the "Don't Sit on the Job" Attitude and Your Body Will Thank You

A short handout describing the benefits of sitting down rather than bending over when working. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' button...

Tying Off & Safety Nets Training Guide

A guided discussion through the steps that should be taken when determining whether to tie off or use other fall protection, including a set of questi...

Constructive Ideas : Reduce Your Risk of Back Injury -- Let Your Equipment do the Work

A short handout with tips for reducing back injuries by moving work off the floor when possible, maintaining good housekeeping, and planning ahead. Pa...

Vehicles and Heavy Equipment Training Guide

A guided discussion through hazards of vehicles and heavy equipment, a set of questions to use for discussion and a sign-off form. Part of a collectio...