Cut off Saw Safety

During the past couple of construction seasons, MITA has been involved with several serious injuries as a result of cut-off saws “kicking back.” Some of these injuries have been inches from death. MIOSHA has noticed and is considering action. To prevent more injuries...

Trench Safety Stand Down Week

National Trench Safety Stand Down Week is June 17 – 21, 2024. MIOSHA has reached out to MITA in search of events or sites that they could visit and provide training and zero risk of penalty site evaluations. They have participated in our members’ events...

The Safety & Health Field Book is Essential!

The first item a MIOSHA Safety Officer generally asks for during an inspection is a copy of your company’s safety and health program. When’s the last time you updated yours? Does it encompass the new confined space rules? Utility locating per Public Act 174? MITA has...

Working Safely In Summer Heat: An Important Reminder From U.S. DOL

WASHINGTON, DC – Throughout much of the U.S., high temperatures and humidity in the summer season can create hot and hazardous working conditions, both outdoors and indoors. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reminds...