Describes the OSHA rules for use of a portable ladder to access an upper landing surface – the side rails must extend at least 3 feet above the land...
Reports on an observational study of civil engineering work in Brazil which uncovered several areas where work practices result in ergonomically unsaf...
Report on the results of a study on workers' postural instability while lifting or hanging drywall sheets....
Report on a study designed to develop a tool to determine the ergonomic risk factors of cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) and slips/ fall potential a...
Information on OSHA requirements for training on the proper and safe use of ladders including sections such as ladder selection, inspection and proper...
A study using virtual reality to train workers how to use scaffolds safely...
Workers developed a post and bracket system to form a safety railing around a construction hole, which can be easily taken down and replaced when acce...
A description of what constitutes safe use of scaffold side brackets in masonry, according to Ontario provincial regulations....
A general treatment of fall fatalities and fall protection with a focus on the Ontario (Canada) construction industry....
A broad collection of tables and charts covering health and safety in the U.S. construction industry, as well as considerable economic and training da...