Spring Landscaping Safety
Landscaping season is here. The attached LSM Safety Alert can help you ensure that your employees stay safe.
Archive for year: 2019
Working in the Summer Heat
Dear Lovell Group Member:
Very soon your employees may have to be working out in the hot summer sun.
Attached are 2 Safety Alerts that we believe can help you ensure that they stay safe.
NYC DOB LL196 – Update
Attached please find an important update to NYC DOB Local Law 196 – Safety Training Requirements.
Lovell Safety at Booth 28 at PIA LI RAP – May 1
Visit Lovell at Booth #28 at the PIA Long Island RAPMay 1, 2019 at Crest Hollow, Woodbury, NY
Visit Lovell Safety at the PIA Long Island RAP on Wednesday, May 1, at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. We’ll be at booth #28.
Learn about what Lovell has to offer including:
- Cash-flow savings through high advance discounts
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- Safety programs resulting in fewer accidents and higher productivity
- Early medical intervention and return-to-work strategies
Lovell Safety Management offers up-front discounts of up to 25% and dividends as high as 30% to Safety Group enrollees.
Our experience, expertise, level of service, and industry vision continue to benefit our broker producers. We pay commissions to brokers and respect your relationship with your clients.
We look forward to seeing you at our Booth #28 at the
Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury!
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NYC DOB Local Law 196 Update – April 16, 2019
In light of the 3 tragic construction site fatalities in New York City this past week, the DOB safety inspectors will be performing a sweep of 5,000 construction sites.
In addition, the NYC Council has determined that the June, 2019 deadline for safety training will NOT be extended.
Please see the attached Lovell Safety Alert and the NYC DOB Update for detailed information.
Drones and Construction Safety
Michael Jandzinski, OHST. Safety & Health Consultant
Susan G. Fahmy, CSP, Director of Safety
Susan G. Fahmy, CSP, Director of Safety
Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles
(UAVs), have seen much technological advancement since they were first used in
the military. Today’s drones are more
lightweight and more agile than previous versions. They can also stream live
video. All while being operated from the ground by a pilot.
(UAVs), have seen much technological advancement since they were first used in
the military. Today’s drones are more
lightweight and more agile than previous versions. They can also stream live
video. All while being operated from the ground by a pilot.
Drone systems – which usually consist of an
operator, control system, ground and satellite equipment,
communication links and the drone itself – are now being used in various ways
on construction sites. Soon we can expect to find drones on construction sites
as often as drills and scaffolds, especially if they can continue to improve
worker safety, boost jobsite efficiency and reduce costs for contractors.
operator, control system, ground and satellite equipment,
communication links and the drone itself – are now being used in various ways
on construction sites. Soon we can expect to find drones on construction sites
as often as drills and scaffolds, especially if they can continue to improve
worker safety, boost jobsite efficiency and reduce costs for contractors.
According to the National Institute of Occupational
Safety and Health (NIOSH), “the emerging uses of UAVs in the construction industry range from
aiding with construction project planning by aerial mapping of a construction
site to extending the actual building of structures.”
Safety and Health (NIOSH), “the emerging uses of UAVs in the construction industry range from
aiding with construction project planning by aerial mapping of a construction
site to extending the actual building of structures.”
Drones can monitor construction
sites, especially large sites or those spread out over several locations, often
more quickly and efficiently than on-the-ground construction management. Drones
can be equipped with infrared cameras, radar and other technology that enhances
their surveillance capabilities on a jobsite. This information is useful for
tracking not only construction progress but also workers, equipment and
material on a jobsite. In the case
of highway work zones, drones can inspect the entire expanse of road or an
adjacent structure when fast-moving traffic presents a serious hazard for
workers.
sites, especially large sites or those spread out over several locations, often
more quickly and efficiently than on-the-ground construction management. Drones
can be equipped with infrared cameras, radar and other technology that enhances
their surveillance capabilities on a jobsite. This information is useful for
tracking not only construction progress but also workers, equipment and
material on a jobsite. In the case
of highway work zones, drones can inspect the entire expanse of road or an
adjacent structure when fast-moving traffic presents a serious hazard for
workers.
OSHA Now Using Drones
to Inspect Employer Facilities
to Inspect Employer Facilities
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
issued a memorandum in 2018 announcing that agency inspectors are now
authorized to use drones to collect evidence during inspections in certain
workplace settings. As of now, the employer must be made aware of this and
grant consent. However, OSHA is seeking a Blanket Public COA from the FAA to be
able to use the drones anywhere in the country.
issued a memorandum in 2018 announcing that agency inspectors are now
authorized to use drones to collect evidence during inspections in certain
workplace settings. As of now, the employer must be made aware of this and
grant consent. However, OSHA is seeking a Blanket Public COA from the FAA to be
able to use the drones anywhere in the country.
During 2018,
OSHA reportedly used drones with cameras to conduct at least nine inspections
of employer worksites. The drones were primarily used following serious
employee injuries at worksites that were considered too dangerous for OSHA
inspectors to physically inspect. This included a building collapse, a
combustible dust blast and a chemical plant explosion.
OSHA reportedly used drones with cameras to conduct at least nine inspections
of employer worksites. The drones were primarily used following serious
employee injuries at worksites that were considered too dangerous for OSHA
inspectors to physically inspect. This included a building collapse, a
combustible dust blast and a chemical plant explosion.
Drones quickly provide OSHA
inspectors a detailed view of a facility, drastically increasing what can be
viewed. This raises a number of questions.
inspectors a detailed view of a facility, drastically increasing what can be
viewed. This raises a number of questions.
Historically, employers are
advised that if an OSHA compliance officer arrives at their company, they
should escort them directly to the location they are requesting to see. OSHA is
permitted to investigate anything that is in “plain sight” but cannot just freely
explore the worksite. The use of drones with cameras might identify more
hazards than the traditional walk around would.
advised that if an OSHA compliance officer arrives at their company, they
should escort them directly to the location they are requesting to see. OSHA is
permitted to investigate anything that is in “plain sight” but cannot just freely
explore the worksite. The use of drones with cameras might identify more
hazards than the traditional walk around would.
During a typical OSHA inspection the
employer is encouraged to accompany the inspector. This includes taking the
same pictures, measurements and other data so that the employer obtains the
same information as the inspector gathered during the walk around. When a drone
is used this becomes extremely difficult to accomplish. Prior to giving
consent, an employer should ensure that:
employer is encouraged to accompany the inspector. This includes taking the
same pictures, measurements and other data so that the employer obtains the
same information as the inspector gathered during the walk around. When a drone
is used this becomes extremely difficult to accomplish. Prior to giving
consent, an employer should ensure that:
· they have a
voice in establishing the drones flight plan
voice in establishing the drones flight plan
· all photographs
and videos will be shared
and videos will be shared
· the issue of employer’s
trade secrets is addressed.
trade secrets is addressed.
Under OSHA’s
Multi-Employer Worksite Citation Policy, more than one employer can be held
liable for a hazardous condition. This is common on construction sites. Can a
General Contractor give consent for drone use during an inspection involving a worksite involving multiple
employers? Who has authority to grant consent?
Multi-Employer Worksite Citation Policy, more than one employer can be held
liable for a hazardous condition. This is common on construction sites. Can a
General Contractor give consent for drone use during an inspection involving a worksite involving multiple
employers? Who has authority to grant consent?
The use of
drones is not going away. They are being used by contractors to get the job
done more efficiently, cost-effectively and safer. OSHA is likely to expand the
use of drones from worksites that are considered too dangerous for OSHA to
inspect, to use in more routine inspections. Employers need to be prepared for
their arrival and continued use.
drones is not going away. They are being used by contractors to get the job
done more efficiently, cost-effectively and safer. OSHA is likely to expand the
use of drones from worksites that are considered too dangerous for OSHA to
inspect, to use in more routine inspections. Employers need to be prepared for
their arrival and continued use.
Lovell Safety Groups Earn Dividends
New York, NY… Lovell Safety Management Co., LLC, announced the 2017 – 2018 dividend earnings of three of its Safety Groups:
- New York Hospitals and Health Care Entities, Safety Group #275
- New York Construction Industry, Safety Group #469
- New York State Printing and Imaging Association, Safety Group #514
Safety Group #275 paid a 15 percent dividend. Qualifying members received an
advance discount of 25 percent on the 4/1/19 renewal.
Safety Group #469 paid a 25 percent dividend. Qualifying members received an advance discount of 25 percent on the 4/1/19 renewal.
Safety Group #514 paid a 25 percent dividend. Qualifying members received an advance discount of 25 percent on the 4/1/19 renewal.
Lovell Safety Groups are fully insured, non-profit entities that return any underwriting profit to group members. Any extra premium dollars collected-not used to pay losses or expenses-can be returned to members in the form of a dividend. Lovell Safety Groups provide businesses with the benefits of a guaranteed cost premium with additional savings earned through dividends.
Lovell Safety Staff Keeping Busy
In our continuing effort to aid in your compliance with the various Federal, State and City regulations, the LSM safety department is offering the OSHA 10 Hour Course throughout New York State.These courses are provided by our OSHA certified instructors.Each employee who successfully completes the program will receive a certification card from OSHA.Queens, NYCFeb 27th & March 6thAlbanyFeb 28th * March 7thBuffaloMarch 4th & March 11thSyracuseMarch 14th & March 15thRochesterMarch 21st & March 22ndUticaMarch 28th & March 29thPlease contact the Lovell Safety Department if you wouldlike to register your employees.212-709-8899
OSHA 10 HR CONSTRUCTION COURSE- NRLA
February 28TH & March 7th , 2019 8:00AM-12:00PM
To aid in your compliance with the various Federal, State and City regulations requiring this training, the LSM safety department is once again offering the OSHA 10 Hour Course. The course is provided by our OSHA certified instructors. Each employee who successfully completes the program will receive a certification card from OSHA.
*Pre-registration is required. Please complete attached form.
OSHA 10 HR CONSTRUCTION COURSE- UTICA
March 28th & March 29th, 2019 7:30AM-1:30PM
To aid in your compliance with the various Federal, State and City regulations requiring this training, the LSM safety department is once again offering the OSHA 10 Hour Course. The course is provided by our OSHA certified instructors. Each employee who successfully completes the program will receive a certification card from OSHA.
*Pre-registration is required. Please complete attached form.
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