MSA Rolls out New V-SHOCK Line of PFLs

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MSA rolls out new V-SHOCK line of Personal Fall Limiters for fall protection with the V-SHOCK Mini PFL, designed with rugged overmold housing to withstand abusive jobsite environments. It incorporates the groundbreaking radial energy-absorption technology found in the V-TEC line of self-retracting devices, which eliminates the need for an energy-absorber outside of the housing, making the unit more compact and lighter than other competitive options on the market. The V-SHOCK Mini PFL is suitable for use in multiple work-at-height applications in industries such as construction, general industry and oil and gas.

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A Chat with Ben Lord, Construction Executive at Clark Construction

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Developing relationships, improving lives and embracing technology By Chris Maday Schmidt Ben Lord, Construction Executive at Clark Construction, has more than 16 years of industry experience, a bachelor’s of science degree in civil engineering and a graduate of the Clark-Darden MBA Certificate program. Lord joined Clark in 2001 as an engineer on the renovation and expansion of the American Red Cross headquarters’ project in Washington, D.C. After spending two years on the management side of construction, he transitioned to field management. Join Construction Superintendent as Lord talks about his journey through the industry and the importance of building listening and … Read more

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Honeywell’s New SRL System Protects Workers At Height

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Honeywell’s new Miller Falcon Edge self-retracting lifelines are designed to protect workers against serious injury or death if their lifeline becomes severed by a sharp edge during a fall from height. Available in 20-, 30- and 50-foot cable lengths, the new SRL series provides versatility, reliability and maximum safety, with the capacity to support user weights up to 420 pounds in all connections at foot level and above, including horizontal, vertical and overhead mounting. The new SRLs are equipped with an RFID tag, which enables safety managers and workers to efficiently track important product information, inspection and employee training in … Read more

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CPWR Quarterly Data Report: Electrocutions and Prevention in the Construction Industry

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Electrocution is a leading cause of fatalities in construction, one of OSHA’s “Focus Four” construction safety hazards. In 2015, 82 construction workers died of electrocution, accounting for 61 percent of work-related electrocution fatalities in the United States. A just-published CPWR Quarterly Data Report, “Electrocutions and Prevention in the Construction Industry,” examines the statistics and trends in detail. About one-third (32 percent) of the electrocution fatalities occurred among electrical contractors; among occupations, power-line installers had the highest rate of electrocution deaths. There’s some good news: between 2003 and 2015, the number of electrocution deaths in construction decreased by 39 percent. But … Read more

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Study Reveals Visits by Insurance Loss Prevention Reps Linked to Fewer Jobsite Injuries

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Insurance loss prevention representatives often help contractors identify ways to improve workplace safety. A CPWR-supported research team at the University of Minnesota recently analyzed data from 1,360 construction-industry policyholders to see if visits by a loss prevention representative reduced lost-time injuries. The research team found a significant reduction after just a single visit, and more contacts showed even greater benefits. Keeping workers from getting hurt is the ultimate goal, but many in the industry need a business case before trying new things. This study proves that injury prevention activities can reduce the lost-time injuries that generate costly injury claims. Click … Read more

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