Making the Job as Safe as Possible

Did you know that more than 200 people die each year from falls in construction sites in the United States. Another 100,000 people are injured - some of them serious enough that they require rehabilitation and worker's compensation. These numbers are courtesy of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which aims to make workplaces safe for everyone. The truth of the matter, though,  is that construction sites can be dangerous, but they don't necessarily need to be hazardous. Here are several ways you can stay safe on a construction site. 

• Invest in fall protection systems: Those who must work high up should be protected from a fall by a suitable fall protection system. There are a wide variety of fall protection systems out there, depending on the application, but remember to look for one that is OSHA-compliant. 
• Provide proper training and education: Safety standards should be known by all employees, so they can best apply them when on the construction site. Take the time to train all employees on the fall protection systems, first aid and more. In addition, all employees should be properly supervised to ensure their safety. 
• Conduct safety reviews in hiring: In addition to training your employees, it's important to hire people who will adhere to safety procedures and make the workplace a safe one. Many accidents are caused by human error and are avoidable. 

How do you keep your site safe?