Roundup: Protecting workers goes beyond COVID-19 protocols | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC
As the COVID-19 pandemic begins to wane in many areas of the country, construction employers aren't letting their guard down when it comes to keeping their workers safe and healthy.
Even though the threat of COVID-19 infection seems to be declining as the number of vaccinated Americans rises, construction pros continue to remain vigilant for other health and safety issues.
Government agencies like OSHA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are also on the front lines of monitoring American workers' welfare on the jobsite.
Below, Construction Dive rounds up some of its top stories focused on keeping workers safe and healthy.
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OSHA changes course on vaccine recording requirements
By Jenn Goodman • May 26, 2021
In a 180-degree shift in policy, OSHA said that employers do not need to record adverse reactions from COVID-19 vaccines. Read the full article ➔
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OSHA directs employers to follow CDC mask update
By Kathryn Moody • May 19, 2021
New guidance says fully vaccinated people can ditch masks, but employers can still opt to require social distancing and masks, according to attorneys. Read the full article ➔
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7 fundamentals of a no-nonsense toolbox talk
By Sam Meenasian • May 27, 2021
An insurance expert offers tips on how to deliver a valuable jobsite safety presentation in less than 15 minutes. Read the full article ➔
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Biggest OSHA fines of Q1 2021
By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2021
The OSHA citations this quarter included three fatalities, all involving the use of aerial lifts. Read the full article ➔
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Biden nominates California safety chief as head of OSHA
By Kim Slowey • April 14, 2021
Douglas L. Parker currently runs Cal/OSHA, which issued its own COVID-19 emergency temporary standard during the pandemic. Read the full article ➔
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OSHA launches COVID-19 National Emphasis Program, prioritizes onsite inspections
By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2021
The moves are in response to President Joe Biden's executive order that the agency increase efforts to protect workers from being exposed to the coronavirus. Read the full article ➔
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Walsh hits pause on ETS as political will for new COVID-19 rules wanes
By Joe Bousquin • April 9, 2021
The labor secretary has put the development of an OSHA emergency temporary standard on hold, according to recent media reports. Read the full article ➔
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High-tech machines take skyscraper construction safety to new heights
By Jenn Goodman • April 7, 2021
Two major tall building projects — one in New York City and the other in Dubai — benefited from technology that helps speed construction and keep employees safe while working hundreds of feet above the ground. Read the full article ➔
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NIOSH releases survey to measure worker well-being
By Joe Bousquin • April 21, 2021
The agency's WellBQ questionnaire includes 68 questions spanning five areas of worker health and can be used to measure well-being at the company, industry and workforce levels. Read the full article ➔
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5 traits of the safest columbus oh dump truck company
By Joe Bousquin • May 7, 2021
Construction firms that follow these guidelines are six times safer than the industry average, according to Associated Builders and Contractors. Read the full article ➔
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