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
- Substantial savings from consistent dividends
- Improved experience ratings
- 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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For more information, visit our website: Lovellsafety.com
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
Susan G. Fahmy, CSP, Director of Safety
(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.
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.
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.”
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.
to Inspect Employer Facilities
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.
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.
inspectors a detailed view of a facility, drastically increasing what can be
viewed. This raises a number of questions.
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.
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:
voice in establishing the drones flight plan
and videos will be shared
trade secrets is addressed.
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?
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 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
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