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Supporting women in construction

Safety pros and industry leaders offer input for overcoming challenges
“Women seem to have to work harder to prove their knowledge of the subject matter even when they might have more knowledge and experience than a male,” one expert says.
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Steer clear of floodwaters

‘Turn Around – Don’t Drown,’ weather and safety experts say
Six inches of floodwater can cause passenger cars to lose control and stall, the National Weather Service warns. Twelve inches of fast-moving floodwater is enough to carry away most cars, while 24 inches can displace a majority of trucks and SUVs.
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5 tips to prevent older adult falls

Small changes can make a big difference
“Falls are largely preventable,” said Jennifer Tipken, associate director of the Center of Healthy Aging at the National Council on Aging. “While falls are very common in older adults, there are things that you can do to prevent them.”
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OSHA’s Top 10

The most frequently cited standards for fiscal year 2023
We've got expanded coverage of OSHA's most cited standards for fiscal year 2023. Check out the Top 5 sections for each standard, the Top 10 "Serious" and "Willful" violations, the largest employer fines, a quiz on the industries that had the most citations, and a Q&A with OSHA's Eric Harbin.
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