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Fall Protection Remains the Highest Cited OSHA Standard Violation

Posted on December 13, 2019 by Kyra Thompson

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has released the list of frequently cited standard violations in the construction industry for 2019. Among the top ten, taking first place again this year is fall protection followed by scaffolds and ladders. … Continue reading →

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Tips to Improve Fall Protection Programs

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Jordan Scott

Since 1995, seven fall protection regulations and ten fall protection standards have been put in place to protect workers, yet fall fatalities are still on the rise. There were 650 fall fatalities in 1995 according to data from the BLS … Continue reading →

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Roofing Contractor’s Indictment Shows Importance of Fall Safety

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Trey Barrineau

A roofing company owner charged with lying to federal authorities investigating the death of an employee illustrates why glazing contractors and door and window installers must take falling hazards seriously. James J. McCullagh of James J. McCullagh Roofing in Philadelphia … Continue reading →

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