Slips/Trips/Falls

Help prevent falls on the same level

Falls to a lower level are the second leading cause of workplace deaths (highway crashes are No. 1), according to Injury Facts – an...

New York advocacy group releases ‘Deadly Skyline’ report on construction worker deaths

New York — The number of construction workers killed in New York state fell nearly 26% in 2024 from a 10-year high the year...

Underway: The National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction

Washington — The 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is a “vital opportunity” for “meaningful conversation about training, hazard recognition...

A combination of hazards

Roofing workers face a challenging environment. What can employers do to help ensure safety stays top of mind?
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Women’s work shoe

The Women’s Kenton Work Shoe features carbon fiber safety toes that are 15% lighter than steel and a slip-resistant rubber outsole. The shoes also...

Stand-down to prevent falls in construction coming in May

Washington — Mark your calendar: The 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is set for May 4-8. Developed by OSHA, NIOSH,...

Regular ‘mind-body snack breaks’ can limit injury risk factors, researcher says

Cincinnati — Busy workdays can trigger mental overload, but employees may increase their focus – and prevent injuries – by “checking in” with themselves,...

Offshore alert: Take steps to protect against slips, trips and falls

Washington — Offshore oil and gas operators and contractors should keep high-traffic areas clear of obstructions and safely maintained, the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement states in a recent safety alert.
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Hazard alert for tree trimmers has ‘tips to live by’

Olympia, WA — The deaths of 11 landscaping services workers in a five-year period has prompted a hazard alert from the Washington State Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation Program.

Mast climber best practices: Canadian safety organization issues guide

Toronto — A free guide from the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association highlights best practices for safely using mast climbing work platforms.

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