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Fatality Narrative: Worker Struck by Vehicle When Exiting Trench in Roadway

Washington State Department of Labor narrative of a fatal accident when a passing car struck a member of an underground utility crew....

Knee Pain and Discomfort

Describes the way that the knee functions, injuries that can occur and potential treatments....

ABC's of Head Protection

Describes the protection provided by hard hats, how to inspect and maintain them....

Workplace Safety and Health: OSHA Can Strengthen Enforcement through Improved Program Management

This 2002 GAO report recommended further steps OSHA could take to target inspections on the nation’s most hazardous worksites....

Legislation to Protect Workers From Mechanical Vibrations Approved

News report about European parliament approving legislation to protect workers from mechanical vibrations....

NIOSH Update: New Leads for Lung Disease Prevention Offered in NIOSH Study That Charts Areas of High Prevalence

Summary of results from a 2002 NIOSH study showing that employees in construction, agriculture and certain manufacturing sectors are at elevated risk...

Personal Protective Equipment Training Guide

Training on PPE such as hardhats, eyewear, gloves and shoes, includes discussion questions and a sign-off form. Part of a collection. Click on the 'co...

Fork Lift Awareness

A presentation on the dangers encountered using forklifts, and steps that could be taken to avoid them....

US Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual

This manual prescribes the safety and health requirements for all US Army Corps of Engineers activities and operations, with reference to applicable...

Worker Protection Programs in Construction

This report is a global review of worker protection programs in construction in the United States, performed by a firm under contract with OSHA’s Of...