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Top 10 Occupational Safety and Health Programs for 2024

Occupational safety and health programs are crucial for ensuring the well-being of workers in the construction industry. These programs provide the necessary training and knowledge to prevent accidents, reduce injuries, and create a safer work environment. By investing in these programs, companies can improve productivity, reduce costs associated with workplace injuries, and comply with regulatory requirements. Occupational Safety and Health Training Training is a vital component of any occupational safety and health program. Effective training ensures that workers are aware of potential hazards, understand safety protocols, and are equipped to handle emergencies. Regular training sessions, workshops, and certifications help maintain...

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Why is the Occupational Safety and Health at Worksites Vital?

We work to live and not vice-versa! That is why living is more important than working. Construction is indisputably a very risky profession with one of the highest fatality rates. On average, about 3% (or 60,000) of construction workers get injured at the site while 4% (or 80,000) suffer from work-related illnesses annually. To gain further insights, let’s look at the statistics for the 2014-2015 period: 142 construction workers died while working on site 611,000 cases of injury – minor and major – was recorded within a construction site A whopping 27.3 million workdays were lost due to on-site injury...