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“Green” building practices developed out of this worldwide desire to put aside harmful practices and create a sustainable building model. Nearly every country currently recognizes it’s crucial to minimize energy use and eliminate the waste of valuable resources.

The Act led to the establishment of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to oversee workplace safety and to set and enforce the standards of a safe and healthy workplace.

Technology is changing the world. Almost every single thing we touch on a daily basis has been influenced by technology. Our cell phones, the tiny computers we keep in our pockets, have 100,000 times the speed of an early personal computer.

Ensuring the safety of students and staff at your campus is a huge responsibility. Don't guess about best practices, take a look at our checklist.

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Whether you're looking for a temporary or permanent safety solution, non-penetrating guardrails are excellent options for an array of needs.

The post Non-Penetrating Guardrails: Understanding Your Options appeared first on Dakota Safety.

Choosing the proper safety gate to equip your facility can be tough if you're not sure what to look for. Here's a quick crash course (no pun intended).

The post The Perfect Fit: Choosing the Safety Gate That’s Right for You appeared first on Dakota Safety.

Ladder safety often seems like a no-brainer but it's easily overlooked. Going over ladder basics could mean the difference between safety and injury.

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OSHA plays a vital role in ensuring the safety of workers across the nation. Are you up-to-speed on their latest fall protection changes? Here's the facts.

The post Staying Informed on OSHA’s Fall Protection Changes appeared first on Dakota Safety.

Bollards and column protectors are everywhere, yet we never think about how useful they are in their various settings. Learn more about their uses.

The post Understanding Bollards and Column & Shelf Protectors appeared first on Dakota Safety.

If you're a brick and mortar business, chances are there's a fixed access ladder attached to your building. Check out this primer for access ladder basics.

The post Fixed Access Ladders 101 appeared first on Dakota Safety.

The International Building Code (IBC) and OSHA have a lot in common. Do you know where their standards overlap? Are you in compliance?

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