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PESO: Health in Construction

Brief description of things commonly found on construction sites that can be hazardous to a worker’s health. Part of a collection. Click on the 'col...

PESO: Hazard Identification

Brief description of how to identify a potential hazard before an accident happens. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' button to access t...

CPWR Technical Report: Analysis of Work-Related Safety & Health Hazards of Unrepresented Workers in the Iron Working Industry

This study looked at the work-related safety and health hazards of unrepresented workers in the iron working industry. Interviews were with 87 non-uni...

CPWR Return on Investment Calculator

The ROI Calculator is designed to help employers evaluate the financial impact of new equipment introduced to improve safety. The site includes exampl...

OSHA Quick Card: Construction Protective Equipment (PPE)

Brief description of types of PPE and why their use is important....

WATE 6 News report on the Building Trades National Medical Screening Program

WATE 6 News story highlights the Building Trades National Medical Screening Program (BTMed). The program provides medical screening to building trades...

Inspecting Occupational Safety and Health in the Construction Industry

International Labor Organization handbook is designed to help provide information and training for inspectors. It contains information on key safety...

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Awkward work position. Continuous pressure from a hard surface, remaining in the same position and/or kneeling can can result in pain and fatigue....

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Awkward posture, kneeling during grinding operation. Whenever possible try to assume a neutral comfortable work posture. If you are physically able to...

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Use work boots while working in or visiting a construction site. Worker should be using appropriate PPE (Eye protection, hearing protection, hard hat,...