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Construction is a physically demanding job, and the physical demands can place stress on the body. The physical stresses can...
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Falls continue to be one of the leading causes of injury and death in construction. Among construction workers, an estimated...
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A type of struck-by injury experienced too frequently in construction is a person being struck by a saw or a...
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Compressed gas cylinders that are not stored correctly or mishandled may rupture violently, releasing their hazardous contents or becoming dangerous...
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Hand lacerations are the most common hand injury in the workplace (63%). They are the Number 2 leading cause of...
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Hard hat manufacturers recommend that hard hats be replaced every five years, regardless of appearance, as performance decreases after that...
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Contractors are required to have at least one person on the worksite with first aid training. However, it is a...
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Reduced visibility during night construction can increase the amount time it takes for a motorist to see and respond to...
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In the United States, hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition after high blood pressure and arthritis....
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