Latest News for Construction Site Safety

Why Do I Need Risk Management Services?

Risk management in construction is vital as it plays a key role in the success and failures of the business. Without risk management, contractors are risking costly lawsuits, injured workers, lost projects and a bad record. Certified Site Safety is here to help manage and reduce risk through proper training of employees through safety training courses and on-site safety inspections.

May 8, 2017

How to Keep Your Site Ready for an OSHA Inspection

As one of the world’s busiest metropolises, New York City never has a shortage of large-scale construction projects going on. However, the huge number of construction sites spread across the five boroughs also means that New York is home to no small number of OSHA inspectors. Site inspections can and do occur at any time, which is why it’s important to take the proper steps to ensure your crew and the site are properly prepared.

April 30, 2017

5 Things to Never Overlook as Part of Your Safety Plan

Companies that regularly emphasize the importance of jobsite safety are the most likely to prosper. Receipt of an OSHA citation for noncompliance can negatively impact your company’s reputation and bottom line. The right safety program will not only make your jobsite safer and more productive, as long as you don’t overlook some important areas.

December 20, 2016

Department of Buildings Expands of Construction Superintendent Duties and Jobsite Requirements

In early 2016, the New York Department of Buildings released 1 RCNY 3301-02 – new regulations that directly affect construction sites and operations. These rules specifically address construction superintendents, and they expand the role of the superintendent at job sites. This is believed to be one of the first regulatory changes to be rolled out following the fatal crane collapse of 2016 in an effort to make construction sites safer for workers and the general public.

December 13, 2016

Managing Injury Risks As An Employer

Injury in the workplace is unavoidable. No matter how many precautions the employer takes, there will always be risks present that jeopardize the safety of their employees. In order to minimize the amount of injuries that their employees suffer, the employer must be proactive in preventing and reducing the risk that they are exposing their employees to.

November 30, 2016

Licensed Site Safety Managers Are No Longer the Only Qualified Personnel Allowed to Perform Site Safety in New York City

BY DENISE GRONEMAN, Executive Vice President at Certified Site Safety of NY, LLC

New York City, NY – When it comes to site safety management for major building projects the most stringent codes apply to New York City. We have witnessed an unprecedented boom of new construction of high-rise buildings, major alterations, and buildings being built on top of existing and occupied structures.

September 22, 2016

Certified Site Safety of NY, LLC Becomes DBE Certified by Florida’s UCP

Certified Site Safety of NY LLC is pleased to announce that it has been certified under Florida’s Unified Certification Program (UCP) as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) in accordance with 49 Code of Federal Regulation Part 26.

The firm is listed in Florida’s DBE Directory which can be accessed at the following link:
http://www3b.dot.state.fl.us/EqualOpportunityOfficeBusinessDirectory/

Click here to view the UCP DBE CERTIFICATE

August 5, 2016

Certified Site Safety of NY, LLC Becomes Accredited Provider of IACET CEUs

Prestigious Accreditation Demonstrates Commitment to High-Quality Lifelong Learning

May 4, 2016 – Certified Site Safety of NY LLC is pleased to announce that the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) has awarded Certified Site Safety of NY, LLC the prestigious Accredited Provider designation. IACET Accredited Providers are the only organizations approved to offer IACET Continuing Education Units (CEUs). The accreditation period extends for five years, and includes all programs offered or created during that site.

May 5, 2016