Workplace Safety
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Top 11 Electrical Project Safety Checks and Best Practices for 2026
In 2023, Grupo Ortiz reported a 31% decrease in work-related accidents resulting in lost workdays, marking a substantial improvement in safety performance.
Workplace Safety Practices for Skilled Trades
In 2023, U.S. construction sites recorded 1,075 fatal injuries, according to Pelco . Falls remained the leading cause of death in the construction industry, as reported by OSHA . These incidents highl
Best Practices for Heavy Machinery Safety on Construction Sites
Between 1980 and 1992, 1,901 workers died in machinery-related incidents on U.
Essential Safety Gear for Tradespeople
97% of safety equipment manufacturers report higher costs for materials and components, directly impacting the availability of essential gear for tradespeople.
Top 9 Power Tool Safety Practices for Safer Workplaces
Burns, severe shocks, and even heart failure are among the chief hazards of electric-powered tools, yet most power tool accidents are entirely preventable through basic safety measures.
What are ergonomics principles for skilled trades and why do they matter?
In 1996, over 647,000 American workers suffered serious injuries from overexertion or repetitive motion.
What Are Commercial Cleaning Service Safety Standards?
Today, 60.3% of janitorial services are outsourced, shifting compliance and safety burdens to external providers who often operate with less direct oversight. This widespread reliance means thousands
OSHA Lockout Tagout: Bridging the Gap to Workplace Safety
In at least 58.8% of reviewed fatal workplace incidents, critical Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures were not even attempted, despite clear OSHA guidelines. This widespread disregard for establis
PPE for skilled trades in 2026: Availability challenges
In response to tariffs, 60% of International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) members have already delayed product development or launch plans, directly impacting the availability of essential type
Is Your Commercial Property's Wiring a Liability? An American Electric Safety Audit Explainer
Hidden electrical problems in commercial properties can pose serious safety risks, affecting employees, customers, and business operations. American Electric offers professional electrical safety audits to identify outdated wiring, overloaded circuits, and other hazards before they lead to major issues.
Top 10 Electrician Safety Practices and PPE for Live Systems 2026
Each year, 13% of electrical workers experience an arc flash incident, according to a 2023 electrical safety in the workplace survey by Fluke Corporation .