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A brief discussion of the hazards of noise and some practical suggestions to reduce exposures....

Skin Cancer

Brief discussion of the risks of skin cancer from sun exposure, including how to assess and reduce your risk....

Back Injuries

This CPWR Hazard Alert on Back Injuries describes the major causes of back injuries and steps that can be taken to avoid them. Click on the following...

Army Corps Sets a Standard on Construction Ergonomics

Describes the standards that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been using for the Prevention of Cumulative Trauma....

Encyclopedia of Occupational Safety & Health : Chapter 93 - Construction

A comprehensive overview of health and safety in construction worldwide, including trades, typical hazards, methods of prevention, regulations, manage...

Free Medical Screenings Begin for Former Hanford Workers

An announcement that former construction and maintenance workers from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Hanford, Washington, nuclear facility are be...

Construction Has High Rate of Muskuloskeletal Claims

A summary of a study on musculoskeletal injuries in different industries, including information on injuries by trade and type of work...

Construction Spanish

A dictionary and translation of Spanish terms often used in construction....

Constructive Ideas : Overcome the "Don't Sit on the Job" Attitude and Your Body Will Thank You

A short handout describing the benefits of sitting down rather than bending over when working. Part of a collection. Click on the 'collection' button...

Constructive Ideas : Reduce Your Risk of Back Injury -- Let Your Equipment do the Work

A short handout with tips for reducing back injuries by moving work off the floor when possible, maintaining good housekeeping, and planning ahead. Pa...