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|  | Safety Around Construction ActivitiesThere are numerous construction, renovation, and improvement projects occurring on campus requiring the use of vehicles, cranes, and other equipment. While worksite boundaries are established with fencing and barricades to protect you from those activities and hazards, worksites change frequently as projects progress, and sometimes there are temporary impacts to roadways, walkways, and other campus areas that may impact your work. Staying alert and aware of your surroundings is essential to keeping yourself safe while working near these projects.
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| Did you know?Construction activities account for some of the highest injury rates compared to other industries due to the frequently changing conditions and worksite hazards such as slips, trips, falls, noise, chemicals, overhead work (e.g., cranes), and confined spaces. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there were 173,200 construction injuries in the United States in 2023. The most common causes of injury are falls, being struck by or caught between equipment, electricity, and musculoskeletal injuries from overexertion and repetitive motion. |
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| Safety tips near worksites
- Watch for vehicles and equipment entering and exiting worksites, and follow directions from personnel such as flaggers
- Adhere to posted signage (e.g., road and walkway closures)
- Cross roadways at designated crossings
- Do not enter worksites unless authorized
- Notify your supervisor if construction or renovation activities may impact your work or if you observe any potential hazards
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|  | Worksite safetyDepending on your role, there may be instances when you need to enter and work in construction or renovation worksites, such as to facilitate utility shutdowns, system testing, and inspections. Always follow the established worksite safety requirements, such as:
- Obtain approval before entering the worksite; some worksites may require a safety orientation prior to entry
- Obey all posted danger and warning signs
- Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) like safety glasses, hard hats, high-visibility vests, and safety footwear
- Be mindful of activities such as moving equipment and vehicles, and utility work
- Avoid potentially unsafe areas like demolition sites, excavations, and areas with crane activity
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