Tesla’s Model 3 electric vehicle may be in trouble yet again. This time, it’s for a series of OSHA violations. A report issued recently by the Center for Investigative Reporting (CIR) has prompted Cal/OSHA to look into possible workplace safety violations. Cal/OSHA will be looking into the Tesla assembly plant in Fremont, California. According to the CIR study, the company has failed to accurately document and report serious workplace injuries on several occasions. Continue reading
There are about five main types of aerial work platforms in existence. Each are designed for different applications with different strengths. The knuckle boom lift is one of these, and is built to be extremely versatile and flexible for worksites. Continue reading
Construction Safety Week runs from May 7-11 this year and aims to highlight the importance of a safe and hazard-free workplace for construction workers across the country. Construction Safety Week 2018’s slogan, “We are stronger and safer together,” serves as a reminder of how powerful a mutual understanding and respect of safety can impact the workplace. Continue reading
From repairing the highest utility lines to washing the tallest windows, aerial lifts are incredibly capable machines that tower above us. They help workers take care of our fast-growing communities. They are used in many industries, like construction, maintenance, utilities, and even aviation, for many different tasks, but even aerial lifts need a little help sometimes. Various equipment makers have created aerial lift accessories to improve the possibilities and safety with aerial lifts. Continue reading
Aerial lifts are massive and impressive machines that make it possible for workers to keep cities and rural areas running smoothly. They help with repairing utility lines, trimming trees, and maintaining buildings. However, aerial lifts, like cherry pickers and bucket trucks, also contribute to the number of work-related injuries and fatalities in our communities. An average of 26 workers die each year from aerial lifts, and that’s just in the construction industry. If you work with aerial lifts, you need to know how to prevent accidents with the most important aerial lift safety tips from the experts. Continue reading
