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Guard against dangerous eye injuries with safety glasses
More than 20,000 workplace eye injuries occur each year, any many are preventable. Click to read more on why safety glasses are imperative in landscaping work.
October 18, 2016
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Landscaping company sued for wrongful death of workers
A landscape company owner in Connecticut has pled guilty to avoiding taxes and a New Jersey company is facing a wrongful death lawsuit. Click to read more.
October 5, 2016
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OSHA proposes fine in wake of landscape worker’s death
An Indiana landscaping company has been fined by OSHA after one of its employees died of heat stroke just a few days into working in July. Click to read more.
September 30, 2016
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For landscape workers, safe clothing counts in every season
Safety has to come first in landscaping. Click for a simple breakdown of what is suitable protective gear for certain situations, including advice from OSHA.
September 12, 2016
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Safety watch: Respiratory hazards can lurk all over landscaping job sites
The construction industry faces challenges when it comes to addressing respiratory hazard. Click to read more on how the threat that silica poses for workers.
August 31, 2016
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Heat stroke suspected in death of Kansas City landscape worker
A landscape worker was found dead in Kansas City, Missouri, after after working outdoors on a day when the heat index reached 105 degrees. Click to read more.
August 18, 2016
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In wake of tragic deaths, OSHA points to life-saving rules
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration points to existing guidelines for tree trimming to avoid tragedies. Click to read more on power line safety.
June 22, 2016
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True commitment to safety means taking sunburn seriously
Sun exposure comes with the territory in landscaping. Click to read tips on preventing sun burn and skin cancer, along with advice from OSHA on keeping workers safe.
June 16, 2016
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StrongArm exoskeletons aim to eliminate back injuries in construction
StrongArm Technologies says their ErgoSkeleton braces are designed for anyone who does a lot of bending and carrying heavy loads -- from construction workers to athletes.
May 30, 2016
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Play it safe: OSHA fines to increase dramatically by summer
Landscapers should update safety measures now. By August, OSHA fines could increase up to 80% -- with penalties adjusted to account for inflation over the past 25 years.
March 4, 2016
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OSHA hits Pennsylvania landscaper with $42,000 fine
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has proposed a fine of $42,000 against Lancaster, PA landscaping company The Ground Guys after eight safety violations.
February 8, 2016
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Don’t let crews laugh off the necessity of protective gear
For landscapers, though, using the right personal protective equipment (PPE) can go a long way toward mitigating the danger -- and OSHA requires it of employers.
January 7, 2016
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