Scissors lift safety toolbox talk
Scissor lifts are mechanical platforms for workers to perform job tasks at elevated levels. Scissor lift safety prevents hazards and risks associated with the equipment from causing harm.
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Toolbox talk on ladder safety
Ladder safety prevents falls from height when using a ladder. Falls from ladders represent the majority of fall injuries from elevation witnessed in the industry. Fall records from carpentry and residential construction work show that unstable ladders, slips and loss of the ladder footing contributed… Read More »Toolbox talk on ladder safety
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What to consider before applying a Slip-resistant surface to an existing floor
Sometimes, a given floor may develop a slippery problem and when this starts happening, workers or individuals may slip on such floors and fall. Fall has always been one of the major causes of injuries in a construction site or workplace. All floor surfaces where… Read More »What to consider before applying a Slip-resistant surface to an existing floor
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Engineering company fined after worker fell through station canopy
On December 2019, a worker working with G Nicholson (Engineers) Limited was replacing guttering at the top of the canopy’s petrol station in blue house lane, Washington, Tyne and wear.
