When working outdoors, like workers on an excavation/construction site, it’s important to protect yourself from the sun. Here’s why… Sunlight contains ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which causes premature aging of the skin, wrinkles, cataracts, and skin cancer. The amount of damage from UV exposure depends on the strength of the light, the length of exposure, and […]
OSHA Fact Sheet: Working Outdoors in Warm Climates
Hot summer months pose special hazards for outdoor workers, including excavation contractors, who must protect themselves against heat, sun exposure, and other hazards. Employers and employees should know the potential hazards in their workplaces and how to manage them. Sun Sunlight contains ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which causes premature aging of the skin, wrinkles, cataracts, and […]
Excavation Hazards & Control Measures
Excavation and trenching are among the most hazardous construction operations. Below outlines common excavation hazards & control measures that can protect workers from cave-ins and other hazards. What are the dangers of trenching and excavation operations? Trenching and excavation work presents serious hazards to all workers involved. Cave-ins pose the greatest risk and are more […]
Site Worker Safety While Working with Excavators
Employers should take the following site worker safety steps to protect workers from injury while working with excavators or backhoe loaders. Site Workers Train site workers to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions and to follow required safe work practices that apply to their work environments. Make all workers on the site aware of the machines’ […]
Site Set-Up Safety While Working with Excavators
Employers should take the following site set-up safety steps to protect workers from injury while working with excavators or backhoe loaders. Site Set-Up Contact local utilities and other responsible parties to locate overhead and underground utility lines before beginning work. Avoid working near overhead power lines. If you must work near them, develop a plan […]
Protect Workers in Trenches OSHA Poster
Download OSHA’s ‘Protect Workers in Trenches’ poster: Prevent trench collapses and save lives: SLOPE or bench trench walls, SHORE trench walls with supports, or SHIELD trench walls with trench boxes. At Ron Meyer & Associate Excavating, Inc, we’ve been providing underground and commercial construction to private and commercial businesses for 39 years. As the general contractor or […]
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