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.
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...
It may sound hard to believe, but an active safety program can increase business for even a small company.
Because of two recent crane catastrophes, the U.S. Congress and state governments are increasing their scrutiny of OSHA regulations.
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.