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Saving Lives on Construction Sites: The Crucial Benefits of CPR, AEDs

By strategically placing AEDs throughout the jobsite, construction workers can quickly respond to cardiac incidents

September 13, 2023

The construction industry is one of the most challenging sectors when it comes to occupational safety and health. CPR and AED are vital for keeping jobsites safe.

Heat Stress: Don’t Underestimate the Impact on Workers

Sheet metal and HVAC companies are encouraged to use these resources or develop their own

Mike McCullion

August 3, 2023

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By providing education and training, access to resources, and implementing engineering controls and heat stress management plans, employers can help protect workers from the dangers of heat stress.

Why SMACNA is Becoming a Leading Authority on Heat Stress

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) reacted quickly to OSHA’s request for public comment on new heat stress rules

Austin Keating

May 4, 2023

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Justin Crandol, director of safety at SMACNA, sits with Mike McCullion of SNIPS NEWS to discuss new developments in safety policy.

How to Self-Audit Your Safety Program

SNIPS NEWS safety contributor Mike McCullion goes through a brief guide to safety program evaluations from the American Society of Safety Professionals.

Mike McCullion

April 10, 2023

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A safety and health program is essential for moving to a culture of safety excellence and regular audits of the entire program are critical in evaluating the success and failures.

Tips for HVAC Techs to Stay Safe in the Field

Chris Holbert

June 16, 2022

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Working as an HVAC technician requires a lot of caution and attention to detail to do the job well and remain safe. It’s important to ensure HVAC techs remember a few key things going into any job.

Ladders are the biggest cause of workplace accidents for HVAC technicians.

Safety Requires Constant Effort from HVAC Contractors

Driving poses biggest risk for accidents

Ted Craig

October 13, 2020

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A commitment to safety starts in the shop and continues on the road and then to the job site.

Construction Firms Across The Country Hold Coronavirus Safety Stand Downs

Associated General Contractors of America organized the nationwide safety stand down

April 9, 2020

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The safety stand down was designed to make sure firms and workers are taking measures outlined by public health and safety officials.

Miura Boilers Recognized By OSHA Program

Company receives a SHARP workplace safety certification renewal

September 18, 2019

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Miura Boilers earned the OSHA Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) certification.

Unified Group Talks Identifying, Managing Risks During Safety Forum

Safety Director's Forum held in Kansas City, Missouri

July 30, 2019

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The Unified Group held its second Safety Director’s Forum in Kansas City, Missouri.

A2L Refrigerant Recovery - The ACHR News

When Recovering A2L Refrigerants, Using the Right Machine Is Critical

Standard recovery units may not have the safety features needed for mildly flammable refrigerants

Joanna R. Turpin

June 3, 2019

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Most standard recovery machines are designed to handle A1 refrigerants, which means they may not have the safety features required for mildly flammable refrigerants.