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Controlling Silica Exposures in Construction

This OSHA guidance document reviews the common sources of airborne silica in construction work and methods to reduce worker exposure....

Fall Protection Hazard Awareness Guide

In-depth information on identification of fall hazards, analysis of work areas, types of fall protection and regulations regarding falls protection....

Safety Awareness for Responders to Hurricanes: Protecting Yourselves While Helping Others

This is a training tool to raise awareness of the hazards and protective measures when responding to the aftermath of a hurricane....

The Weight of Lead: Effects Add Up in Adults

Discussion of lead toxicity and the impact on a person’s heart, kidneys and cognitive ability....

Protecting Yourself During a Dirty Bomb Response

This is a training tool is an awareness-level health and safety resource for "skilled support personnel" who will participate in a dirty bomb response...

Annotated Bibliography of Issues in the U.S. Construction Industry

A listing of peer reviewed research articles on economic, labor, and human resources management issues in the U.S. construction industry. It is based...

The Effects of Debris Accumulation Upon Air Flow and Filter Resistance to Air Flow for Four Commercially Available Vacuum Cleaners

The results of a laboratory study conducted to evaluate how mortar debris affects air flow and pressure losses through a vacuum cleaner’s filters....

Urgent Safety Alert (2008/006): Scissor Lift Failure

Alert issued by the Kier Group concerning an accident on one of their sites involving a 1999 model Skyjack type 8841 Scissor Lift MEWP that collapsed...

CPWR Technical Report: Analysis and Control of Crane and Aerial Lift Hazards

This research paper expands upon the 1993 book Crane Hazards and their Prevention to examine some of the major hazards on cranes and aerial lifts and...

Fall Protection: Misconceptions & Myths; Working Within the OSHA System

Article that examines common misconceptions, focusing on OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D, Walking-Working Surfaces, and Subpart I, PPE; 29 CFR 1926 Subpart...