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Miller Electric Manufacturing Co. has introduced the Arc Armor PAPR, a powered air purifying respirator with a lightweight blower and a belt/shoulder strap design for comfort and safety.
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The U.S. Department of Labor, Washington, D.C., lists falls as one of the leading causes of traumatic occupational death.
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Tools to help in metal design and construction.
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The Employee Safety Handbook from the Shawnee Mission, Kan.-based Metal Buildings Contractors & Erectors Association enhances loss control and safety awareness programs.
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OSHA launches a major realignment of its Voluntary Protection Program, which allows for greater participation by construction-sector employers.
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The Butler Manufacturing’s plant in Visalia, Calif., reached four years without a lost time incident in April. To recognize that achievement, the Kansas City, Mo.- based company hosted a barbecue luncheon for the plant’s 150 associates during which Visalia Mayor Jesus Gamboa read an official...
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It may sound hard to believe, but an active safety program can increase business for even a small company.
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Because of two recent crane catastrophes, the U.S. Congress and state governments are increasing their scrutiny of OSHA regulations.
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After taking significant heat from Congress during the past year concerning its stagnant rulemaking process, Washington, D.C.-based OSHA suddenly has become more proactive in the regulatory arena. In November 2007, two initiatives moved forward that impact the construction industry: a final rule...
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The U.S. National Safety Council, Itasca, Ill., recently awarded its Occupational Excellence Achievement Award to Butler Manufacturing Co., Kansas City, Mo., for its 2006 safety record.