Northern California Engineering Contractors Association

Announcements

BATTERY CHARGING – A MULTITUDE OF HAZARDS!

Acidic liquids and vapors, electrical burns, strains, sprains, hernias, and compressed discs. All of these hazards arise when servicing, charging, or jumping the common lead-acid battery found in cars and trucks.

The hazards can be minimized by following a few commonsense safety rules.

To read more click HERE!

 

OSHA’s Fatal Four Hazards

Out of the wide range of risks construction workers face on the jobsite, OSHA has determined that there are four types of safety hazards that are responsible for the majority of worker fatalities.

These hazards are referred to as the “fatal four” or the “focus four.”

The fatal four hazards include falls, electrocutions, struck-by incidents, and caught-in/between incidents.

To read more click HERE!

 

Onsite Wastewater Treatment Standards

Onsite Wastewater Treatment Standards (septic systems mostly), have been regulated and discussed by the Realtors and ECA for many years.  We (ECA) recently signed on to a letter to the Supervisors regarding the regulations that affect hundreds (if not thousands) of properties in Sonoma County.  Thanks to Lisa Badenfort for being a “CHAMPION” on this issue for many years!

click HERE for letter.

Muddy Conditions Safety

When performing a job that is primarily done outside, there are many weather conditions that can pose a problem.

When it rains, it is going to create damp, wet, and muddy conditions, which can make certain tasks dangerous or even impossible to complete.

To read more click HERE!

 

HDPE Pipe Welding Safety

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) welding is a relatively simple process, but workers should be aware of the many safety hazards involved.

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High Wind Dangers

When you are working outside sometimes you are at the mercy of the weather. Rain, snow, ice, and heat
all can play a huge role in the ability to work outside but a less talked about hazard is high winds.

It is important to also realize that high winds can pose a threat and are a safety hazard and what to do if
you find yourself working in these conditions.

Click HERE to read more.

Dust Control Safety

There are many potential hazards present on construction sites, and dust is one of the most common.

Dust can cause a variety of issues and health concerns for workers who are exposed to it. It is important to understand the risks of dust on a construction site and learn what safety steps you can take to control dust exposure.

Click HERE to read more.