Some organizations might struggle with not knowing what kind of rigging and lifting equipment to use for the work required. Would a marine rope be the best option or will wire suffice? Are wire rope slings preferable or is a chain sling adequate for the task at hand? If your workplace uses lifting and rigging […]
Employees should exercise caution when using mechanical equipment to transport, lift, and store stuff, as it can lead to occupational injuries. According to OSHA, this means: “Employees should avoid overloading equipment when moving materials mechanically by letting the weight, size, and shape of the material being moved dictate the type of equipment used.” Material Handling […]
Workplace safety is essential to maintaining high productivity and fewer delays in the construction, warehousing, and distribution industries. Out of 100 workers, 2.8 workers are injured every year in the US. Fortunately, there are many measures that employers and employees can take to further reduce these figures. Choosing wire slings correctly is one simple yet […]
Once you familiarize yourself with a few rules for maintaining hoists and winches, proper maintenance routines will be an easy task. Much of what these tools entail to work properly coincides with the usual safety measures provided by the OSHA or other relevant institutions. In other words, every time you use a winch safely, you […]
According to the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there were 351 fatal falls to a lower level out of 1,008 construction fatalities in 2020. Fall protection safety is a critical aspect for workers in many industries, including construction, manufacturing, and transportation. Unfortunately, there are several common myths surrounding fall protection safety, which […]
Hoisting, lifting, and rigging are critical aspects of many construction and manufacturing processes and are necessary for accomplishing projects.These projects require the use of slings to lift and move heavy loads safely and efficiently. There are three types of slings commonly used for hoisting, lifting, and rigging: wire rope slings, chain slings, and synthetic web […]
Employee safety lies in the performance of your cranes and equipment. This is where load testing comes into play. In this load testing guide for beginners, we'll help you understand what load testing is and its importance in the crane industry. What Is Load Testing? Load testing refers to creating simulations within a particular application. […]
According to OSHA regulations, the employer is required to have a competent person to inspect all of the cranes and other equipment on the site. If you want to know the requirements to become a certified crane inspector, this guide is for you. From the required work experience to formal training requirements and testing, here's […]
Work-related injuries are still a huge problem despite today’s technological advancements and all the high-end safety equipment available. The Bureau of Labour Statistics issued a national census showing an 8.9% increase in fatal occupational injuries in the workplace in 2021, compared to 2020. Falls are one of the most prevalent causes of this type of […]
Fall protection is mandatory for many industries with demanding labor, such as construction work. In fact, 46.1% of all fatal falls, slips, and trips in 2020 happened to people who work in construction. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OHSA), employers must ensure that all walking and working surfaces are safe and provide […]
