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Extreme Cold and Brutal Wind Hamper Glaziers’ Ability to Work
Rain or shine, glaziers have a job to do, but extreme weather conditions sometimes determine if it’s safe to work. Frigid conditions, such as the deadly cold temperatures the Northeast experienced over the weekend, can pose an increased danger to … Continue reading
Highlighting Opioid Abuse: How to Avoid Opioids Following Work-Related Injuries
Injuries throughout the fenestration and glazing industry are common. That’s because the conditions faced by workers in these industries are inherently hazardous. Glaziers work on large, tall objects that can fall due to improperly secured glass. They can also be … Continue reading
Mental Health in Construction: How to Combat the Rising Rates of Suicide
Mental health issues have long been a problem in the construction industry. A 2020 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report found that workers in construction have one of the highest suicide rates compared to other industries. In fact, … Continue reading
U.S. Department of Labor Issues Guidance to Ensure Uniform Enforcement of Silica Standards
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a compliance directive designed to ensure uniformity in inspection and enforcement procedures when addressing respirable crystalline silica exposures in general industry, maritime and construction. The new directive … Continue reading
OSHA Adopts Revised COVID-19 Enforcement Policies
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently adopted revised policies for enforcing its COVID-19 requirements. The new polices became effective May 26, 2020. OSHA is increasing in-person inspections at all workplaces. The new enforcement guidance reflects changing circumstances in which many non-critical … Continue reading
