The OSHA DART Rate (Days Away, Restricted, or Transferred) is a metric used by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to measure workplace safety. It reflects the number of work-related injuries and illnesses that result in employees being unable to work, being placed on restricted duty, or being transferred to another job.
Ep 19 BT Podcast – New Rule for Personal Protective Equipment in Construction
Patrick Clair2025-01-24T22:27:39+00:00The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a new rule that requires construction employers to provide properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) to their workers. The revision to the standard adds specific language requiring that employers provide PPE that properly fits construction industry workers.
Ep 18 BT Podcast – Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Completing and Filing OSHA 300 Logs
Patrick Clair2024-11-07T17:56:06+00:00Most injuries are straightforward and easily recorded, but we still often find mistakes on logs. And mistakes in your logs can disqualify you from bidding on work, which frequently happens.
Ep 17 BT Podcast – Safety – It’s Your Decision
Patrick Clair2024-11-05T14:54:20+00:00All of us at some time or another have exposed ourselves to possible injury by taking a shortcut when, with a little extra effort, we could have done it the safe way.
Ep 16 BT podcast – Preventing Strains and Sprains
Patrick Clair2024-10-07T14:16:46+00:00Lifting, pushing, and overreaching are common causes of strains and sprains. Any job that requires you to sit or stand bent in an awkward position for long periods of time can cause excess stress and strain on muscles. Most strains and sprains affect the back, arms, and shoulders.
Ep 15 BT Podcast – 12 Golden Rules of Safety
Patrick Clair2024-08-30T19:37:49+00:00Safety is paramount in any environment, whether it’s the workplace, home, or outdoors. Adhering to safety guidelines not only protects individuals from harm but also ensures the smooth functioning of operations.
Ep 14 BT Podcast – Preventing Eye Injuries in Construction
builderstrust2024-06-06T17:44:28+00:00Workplace accidents do happen and their costs can be substantial. When an incident occurs, what is your organization’s reaction? Conducting incident investigations can identify the causes of the incident and will help to prevent such incidents from reoccurring within the workplace.
Ep 13 BT Podcast – Importance of Formal safety Training in Construction
builderstrust2024-06-06T17:43:17+00:00Workplace accidents do happen and their costs can be substantial. When an incident occurs, what is your organization’s reaction? Conducting incident investigations can identify the causes of the incident and will help to prevent such incidents from reoccurring within the workplace.
Ep 12 BT Podcast – The Purpose of Site Safety Visits
builderstrust2024-06-06T17:41:06+00:00Workplace accidents do happen and their costs can be substantial. When an incident occurs, what is your organization’s reaction? Conducting incident investigations can identify the causes of the incident and will help to prevent such incidents from reoccurring within the workplace.
Ep 11 BT Podcast – Worker’s Comp The Basics
builderstrust2023-10-31T21:24:32+00:00Workplace accidents do happen and their costs can be substantial. When an incident occurs, what is your organization’s reaction? Conducting incident investigations can identify the causes of the incident and will help to prevent such incidents from reoccurring within the workplace.