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OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping Fundamentals Every New Mexico Contractor Should Know
When a staffing agency provides temporary workers to an organization, in most cases, the staffing agency and the organization that receives the temporary workers, commonly known as the host employer, are the employers of those workers. Both employers share some of the responsibility for defining employment terms and ensuring that they comply with the law.…
Read MoreTop Compenents of Job Site Fall Protection Safety
If you have ever worked on a hazardous worksite, you know how crucial it is to ensure everyone participating in a job is safe. One of the essential components of being safe in potentially dangerous environments is? Safety measures for fall protection. The following are some of the most important factors to consider when reducing…
Read MoreNew Mexico Contractors Need to do Regular Ladder Inspections – Here’s Why
Even though they can be avoided entirely, accidents involving falls from ladders still occur frequently (thousands of times annually). OSHA citations for ladder violations came in at number three on the list of the most serious offenses in 2021. Ladders are involved in approximately 81% of all fall injuries sustained by construction workers. The high…
Read MoreSteps to Follow During an Active Shooter Attack
In an active shooter situation, employees and supervisors need to be emotionally and physically capable of dealing with the crisis to safeguard their own lives and those around them. Management must maintain composure, lock, and barricade all doors, and then evacuate all staff to a secure location via a pre-planned path. In that order, run,…
Read MoreNew Mexico Construction Company Fall Protection Training Saves Lives – Here’s How
Falls are the most common type of deadly accident that can occur on the job in businesses connected to construction. Up until very recently, the vast majority of employers have, up until very recently, been under the impression that their fall protective gear was foolproof, only to learn that they were gravely incorrect in this…
Read MoreOSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping Forms Explained and the Reasons OSHA Has Strict Recordkeeping Requirements
You should know the OSHA documentation requirements for your New Mexico business. Construction and manufacturing companies, among others, are subject to OSHA’s documentation requirements concerning worker safety. The OSHA 300 log is the most well-known because it documents all worker injuries and illnesses. It may seem like a hassle to keep up with the latest…
Read MoreConfined Spaces and the Intrinsic Risks Associated with Them
One of the most dangerous aspects of the job is having to operate in tight quarters. Each year New Mexican workers are injured or die each year while working in a confined space. All businesses need a thorough “Confined Space Hazard Assessment & Control Program” since confined spaces are significantly more dangerous than common work…
Read MoreTop Factors Why Forklift Safety Training is a Smart Move for New Mexico Employers and Employees
What part of your job duties involve using heavy equipment and materials? Is your New Mexico company losing money due to forklift accidents? Trained forklift operators are essential to productive, safe, and efficient warehouse operations. Here are five compelling arguments in favor of getting forklift certification. Saves Lives by Reducing Injury and Accidents Forklift training…
Read MoreNew Mexico Construction Company Fall Protection is Critical – Here Is Why
The term “fall protection” refers to a collection of techniques and devices installed in a work environment to reduce the risk of accidents caused by falls. With falls being a leading cause of industrial injuries and fatalities, fall prevention is critical for ensuring worker safety in industries as diverse as construction and shipbuilding. Before letting…
Read MoreConfined Space Training is Critical for Your New Mexico Construction Business – Here’s Why
No matter what type of New Mexico construction business you run, you should prioritize the health and safety of your employees and yourself. Some workplaces are inherently riskier than others; unfortunately, this is a fact of the modern labor market. Confined space work is particularly hazardous, so only the most capable employees should be assigned…
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