Global warming and ways to reduce its effects are big topics of discussion in recent years. More and more firms are deciding to do their part in reducing their carbon footprint by utilizing green technologies and constructing greener buildings. Green project workers face elevated risks while completing these environmentally friendly projects, studies have found. Some of the major risks LEED project workers face are:
An article titled “Improving Relationships” by Kyle W. Morrison in Safety + Health magazine examines the relationship between OSHA Region 9 and federal OSHA, as well as other states. OSHA Region 9 is made up of Hawaii, California, Nevada and Arizona; these states operate their own occupational safety programs. However, following a series of workplace deaths in Nevada, OSHA reported serious problems with the state’s program. A federal review of all state plans was then performed. The results were concerning and prompted working together with other states and federal OSHA to improve workplace safety.
