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Stories About Job Safety

5 Steps to Prevent Trench Collapses
5 Steps to Prevent Trench Collapses
Online Exclusives
May 08, 2017
Don’t overlook even the shallowest of trenches. Stay safe on the job site by following this advice.
5 Steps to Confined-Space Safety
5 Steps to Confined-Space Safety
Online Exclusives
April 20, 2017
Respect the dangers that exist in confined spaces and plan accordingly
Building a Culture of Safety
Blogs
October 06, 2016
Keep these four principles in mind as you strive for optimum safety standards for your company.
OSHA Kicks Off ‘Hear and Now - Noise Safety Challenge’
Online Exclusives
August 31, 2016
Think It Can't Happen to You? How to Respond to a Trench Collapse.
Think It Can't Happen to You? How to Respond to a Trench Collapse.
Online Exclusives
August 24, 2016
Trench safety expert offers a detailed checklist of things you and your crews should do if the unthinkable happens.
Backhoe Strikes, Kills Sewer Worker
Online Exclusives
July 07, 2016
Blunt trauma to the head determined to be cause of death in tragic accident.
Proper Locating Demands an Emphasis on Safety
Proper Locating Demands an Emphasis on Safety
Online Exclusives
June 27, 2016
Mapping underground utilities is serious business. That's why Sweetwater Utility Exploration takes training to a whole different level.
Take a Stand on Trench Safety
Take a Stand on Trench Safety
Online Exclusives
June 16, 2016
The Trench Safety Stand Down encourages contractors and municipalities to raise awareness of trenching and excavation hazards during the week of June 20-24.
Dramatic Rescue: Sewer Worker Survives Trench Collapse
Dramatic Rescue: Sewer Worker Survives Trench Collapse
Online Exclusives
June 13, 2016
Victim was repairing a sewer line in 7-foot-deep trench when he was suddenly buried over his head in sandy soil.
Clamping Down on Workplace Accidents
Editorial
May 19, 2016
Criminal prosecution for safety violations is more likely under new federal plan.