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In the News

The Empire State Building "Proposal Climb": A Toolbox Talk We Didn't Plan On

Two rooftoppers free-climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's spire, unfurled a banner, and got engaged — no harness in sight. Here's the safety training lesson hiding inside the headline.

July 2, 2026 · ·
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OSHA Basics

What Safety Training Is Required by OSHA?

OSHA mandates training for nearly every worker exposed to a hazard — but what exactly does that cover? A plain-English breakdown by industry and role.

May 2026 · ·
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Safety Basics

What Is Basic Safety Training? Everything Employers Need to Know

Basic safety training is the foundation every worker needs before stepping on a job site. Here's what it covers, who needs it, and how to document it.

May 2026 · ·
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Fire Safety

What Is Fire Safety Training? OSHA Requirements Explained

Fire safety training is federally required for most workplaces. Learn exactly what OSHA mandates, how often it must happen, and what to document.

May 2026 · ·
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Annual Training

What Safety Training Is Required Annually by OSHA?

Some OSHA training is required every year — no exceptions. Here's the complete list of standards that mandate annual refresher training.

May 2026 · ·
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Certification

What Is a Safety Training Certificate — and Does OSHA Require One?

Certificates, cards, and records — what's the difference? Here's what OSHA actually requires you to produce during an inspection.

May 2026 · ·
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OSHA Compliance

OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements Every Contractor Must Know in 2025

OSHA's recordkeeping rules catch thousands of contractors off guard every year — not because they had unsafe job sites, but because they couldn't produce paperwork to prove training happened.

May 1, 2025 · ·
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Fall Protection

Fall Protection Training: What OSHA Actually Requires

Falls are the #1 killer in construction. OSHA 1926.503 requires documented training — but most contractors don't know exactly what that means.

April 15, 2025 · ·
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Hazard Communication

HazCom Training 101: Chemical Safety (OSHA 1910.1200)

OSHA's HazCom Standard is one of the most frequently cited violations. Here's a plain-English breakdown of what training you must provide.

March 10, 2025 · ·
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Toolbox Talks

10 Toolbox Talk Topics Your Crew Actually Needs

Toolbox talks keep safety top of mind — and properly documented ones are your best defense in an OSHA inspection.

February 20, 2025 · ·
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Digital Training

Digital vs. Paper Records: Which Holds Up in an OSHA Audit?

You might think a signed paper sign-in sheet is good enough. OSHA inspectors are increasingly skeptical.

January 14, 2025 · ·
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Multilingual Training

OSHA & Spanish-Speaking Workers: Your Legal Obligation

OSHA requires training in a language workers understand. For Spanish-speaking crews, this means more than an English sign-in sheet.

December 5, 2024 · ·