Long but Required Reading for any Construction Worker

Following the link below will lead you to OSHA's rules and regulations regarding Safety and Health on construction sites.

Yes, it's long, and yes you might have to read it a few times. But knowing what is allowed and what is not on a construction site may help prevent an injury or even save a life.

Read it when you can.

http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owastand.display_standard_group?p_part_number=1926&p_toc_level=1

Maryland has the right idea

It didn't take long for Maryland to wise up after a fatal construction crane accident. Three months after a fatal crane accident in Annapolis, the state government is trying to enact some of the strictest training and licensing requirements for crane operators.

With the epidmic of crane accidents that have occurred this summer, it's refreshing to see someone taking action. Since we've had our share of crane accidents on Florida construction sites, let's hope the government in Talahassee does the right thing.