Philip Jacklin

Jan 24, 2025 | buildings.com | Philip Jacklin

The activity on a building’s rooftop may go unnoticed to most, but it’s often critical maintenance that keeps the building’s operations running smoothly. Often, rooftops house many HVAC components, lighting, safety, security, and other equipment that employees will have to service periodically. Responsible building owners and employers ensure their rooftops are safe from fall hazards and their workers are properly trained on all corporate safety policies.

Jan 23, 2025 | plantengineering.com | Philip Jacklin |Gene May Heating

Learning ObjectivesDiscover the proper fit techniques for fall protection harnesses. Find out what two inspections are required by Occupational Safety and Health Administration for fall protection equipment. How to conduct pre-use inspections for fall protection harnesses. Fall protection insightsEnsuring best practices for fall protection harnesses will protect workers from catastrophic accidents.

Jan 7, 2025 | plantengineering.com | Sheri Kasprzak |Gene May Heating |Philip Jacklin

Learning ObjectivesUnderstand the importance of an arc flash study in keeping workers who deal with electrical systems safe. Learn what an arc flash study includes. Discover who can conduct an arc flash study. Arc flash study insightsArc flash, a catastrophic release of energy caused by an electric fault that occurs in equipment, can result in serious injuries or even death. Conducting an arc flash study can help organizations protect their workers.

Dec 10, 2024 | ehstoday.com | Philip Jacklin

Workplaces have undergone significant transformations in the 21st century. But you wouldn’t know if you looked at the violations the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues. In late September, OSHA announced its annual report of their top 10 most cited violations for fiscal year 2024 at the National Safety Congress (NSC)’s Safety Conference & Expo. Read more: See the Top 10 OSHA Violations of 2024Four of the top 10 most cited violations are related to fall protection.

Dec 1, 2024 | buildingexcellence.news | Philip Jacklin

Most trades require work to be performed at elevation at some time or another. Whether at-height work is performed regularly or is an infrequent exception, the importance of protecting workers from the risk of falling remains the same. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls are the leading cause of injuries and fatalities among construction workers.