Two workers survived the January 2023 incident, but the company is facing $333,949 in proposed penalties.
The contractor, which has a history of violations, was cited for 21 violations following January 2023 inspections.
This status is the highest level of recognition under the program.
The fatal injury rate per 100,000 workers from April 2022 to March 2023 was 0.41.
The meeting will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. ET.
Both workers, between the ages of 45 and 55, fell 35 feet during a project on Interstate 95.
Preparing for emergencies is of the utmost importance.
The event saw a turnout of over 6,000 professionals.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) proposed rule suggests a decreased Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for respirable crystalline silica.
LPR Construction Inc., which has maintained the same status for 25 years, was recently re-awarded the “star” designation.
Workers who stand can run into many health issues, but options like seats, floor mats, footrests and more may help make a difference.
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The farmworker said they experienced “fatigue and leg pain.”
How can modernizing your systems affect the safety of your workers?
Correctly storing substances will help ensure your workers and workplace are safe.
The company now faces $294,668 in proposed penalties.
With employees’ expectations changing—especially over the last few years—employers must make adjustments to their approaches, including safety.
Let's look at four core tenets of a solid construction firm safety culture.
A company’s approach to safety should not be one-sided.
Although many jobs require frequent and long-term screen use, employers and employees can take action to prevent problems like headaches and sleep disruption.