Burlington, Massachusetts – On May 9, 2012, Erland Construction participated in OSHA’s Braintree Area’s regional Electrical Training / Inspection “Roll Up” program. A total of 72 workers at two different jobsites – a renovation for OneBeacon Insurance in Canton and a new dormitory at Deerfield Academy in Deerfield – were trained in electrical safety during the event.
In addition to training individuals onsite, Erland conducted a thorough inspection of 26 extension cords, 21 power tool cords, and 26 GFCI receptacles. Only one extension cord was found to be defective; it was immediately replaced.
OSHA coordinated this program in collaboration with other industry organizations; several firms participated. It coincided with the National Electrical Safety Month and the 16th Annual North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. The “Roll-Up” provided basic inspection and maintenance guidelines for both general industry and construction contractors on common OSHA Electrical citations and electrical cord and device inspection.
Electrical citations were two of the “OSHA top ten violations” in 2011. Improper use of damaged equipment has caused injuries and fatalities across New England, so proper training and diligent enforcement of best practices is essential for a safe jobsite.
Erland Construction, with offices in Burlington, Massachusetts and East Windsor, Connecticut, is the region’s leading open shop construction management and general contracting firm. The company has the specialized expertise to work in major market sectors including academic, residential, commercial, and healthcare. For more information, visit www.erland.com.