Each aspect of a construction project is just as important as the next. However, in order for each step to be effectively completed, one aspect is truly of the highest importance – worksite safety. In fact, worksite safety is so important, the United States Government created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to create regulations that are in the best interest of the workers on the job site.
OSHA was created in 1970 under the Department of Labor to “ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.” Since then, worksite injuries have dropped by 40% and fatalities were cut by 60%.
Each aspect of a construction project is just as important as the next. However, in order for each step to be effectively completed, one aspect is truly of the highest importance – worksite safety. In fact, worksite safety is so important, the United States Government created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to create regulations that are in the best interest of the workers on the job site.
OSHA was created in 1970 under the Department of Labor to “ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.” Since then, worksite injuries have dropped by 40% and fatalities were cut by 60%.
Regulations enforced by OSHA can range from a worker having consistent breaks to prevent heat exhaustion to making sure all workers at least six feet off the ground are tied off to prevent falls to making sure all materials do not contain harmful materials. At Magellan Construction, we pride ourselves on following all regulations, providing beneficial training for our employees, and putting our employees’ safety first. Contact us today to learn more about our safety-oriented worksites.
Regulations enforced by OSHA can range from a worker having consistent breaks to prevent heat exhaustion to making sure all workers at least six feet off the ground are tied off to prevent falls to making sure all materials do not contain harmful materials. At Magellan Construction, we pride ourselves on following all regulations, providing beneficial training for our employees, and putting our employees’ safety first. Contact us today to learn more about our safety-oriented worksites.