Clases reprogramadas 7 marzo 2018
2018-03-06
Debido a las inclemencias del tiempo pronosticadas, cancelaremos las clases nocturnas este miércoles, 7 de marzo de 2018. Las siguientes clases afectadas se han reprogramado de la siguiente manera: La clase de Usuario de Andamio Suspendido de 16 horas ha sido reprogramada desde 3/7 – 3/9 a 3/19 – 3/21. Nuestro curso gratuito de inglés […]
Rescheduled Classes: March 7, 2018
Update: All morning classes scheduled for Thursday, 3/8/18, will start at 9 AM. There are no other changes to our Thursday class schedule. Update 2: Day 2 of our 10-Hour OSHA training was rescheduled to Friday, 3/9/18 at 9 AM. Due to the forecasted inclement weather headed to our area on 3/7/18, we will be closing all […]
NYCOSH: NYC Leading the State in Worker Safety
2018-03-02
The construction industry continues to offer many workers opportunities to build robust, middle-class lives for themselves and their families but not without risks. While the industry has made strides to make the job safer, there’s always an ever-present degree of danger in this field. While New York State saw a record-breaking number of construction-related fatalities […]
NYC Mayor Signs New Construction Site Noise Pollution Law
2018-01-30
The City that never sleeps may be able to get a few more Z’s following the passing of Intro. 1653-B into law. The new law hopes to curb construction site noise pollution and reduce response time to residents’ complaints.
OSHA Raises Penalty Schedule in 2018
2018-01-23
OSHA kicked off 2018 by raising the penalty schedule across the board. The new schedule is in keeping with the Inflation Adjustment Act and increases penalties by 2%.
10 Hudson Yards: LEEDing a Greener NYC
2018-01-22
Building green is nothing new in New York City, but recently, the 52-story office tower at 10 Hudson Yards made history by becoming the first NYC building to achieve LEED Platinum Status. 10 Hudson Yards boasts 1.8 million-square-feet of commercial space including retail space on the ground floor, some high-end tenants, and now, the U.S. […]
We take a look back at 2017
2017-12-29
At Gallagher Bassett (Gallagher Bassett), we take a great deal of pride in providing our clients with the best safety training in the business as well as assisting them to navigate the hodgepodge of regulatory changes that regularly occur in this industry. Gallagher Bassett is a full-service provider whose involvement with our students doesn’t end […]
Black Ice – Staying Safe While Driving on Icy Conditions
Winter driving can be one of the most challenging kinds of driving, even for experienced drivers. When the roads begin to freeze over, black ice and icy conditions can quickly become extremely hazardous to you and other drivers. The following tips can help you navigate the treacherous, frozen roads and stay safe all winter long.
Winter is Coming: Preparing Your Site for Winter Weather
2017-12-28
Preparing your site for the cold months of winter will not only keep your guys safe but can also help keep costs down and delivery dates on-schedule.
Keeping Your Site Flu-Free
2017-12-27
The long winter months present employers and employees various seasonal hazards at the workplace. While some may be more obvious than others – like ice and snow – protecting your workplace from the flu is often overlooked, but a few tips can help keep you and your employees stay healthy all winter long.
8-Hour Fall Protection Training
2017-12-26
Falls are among the most common causes of serious work-related injuries and deaths. According to the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB), in 2016 there were 173 serious construction accidents involving worker falls. This 8-hour course is intended to educate workers on how to avoid accidents and injuries while working on roofs, leading edges, ladders or scaffolds by defining the regulations and safety rules associated with fall hazards on construction sites.
How do I convert CEUs to PDHs or LUs?
2017-12-07
1.0 IACET CEU (Continuing Education Unit) = 10 PDH’s or 10 LU’s. 1.0 LU (Learning Unit) for architects = 1.0 PDH for engineers.
