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OSHA Inspections and Safety with Jeff Courtright

Jeff Courtright, safety coordinator for Planet Granite, discusses safety for employees as well as the biggest issues OSHA finds during an inspection.
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Jason Kamery
January 1, 2022
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Jeff Courtright, safety coordinator for Planet Granite, discusses safety for employees as well as the biggest issues OSHA finds during an inspection.


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Safety Precautions at the Jobsite

Safety training protects people with established procedures and best practices, reminding workers of jobsite hazards and how to prevent them.
Jonathan Mitnick
September 23, 2021
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Even if a business has an established safety plan, rules and procedures must be followed for them to be effective.


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Egon Hinss, national sales manager of Breton USA

Going fully automated in stone fabrication

Stone World sits down with Egon Hinss, national sales manager of Breton USA, to discuss the process of transitioning to a fully or semi-automated fabrication shop
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Jason Kamery
June 1, 2020
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As labor markets continue to dwindle and the need to run a safer shop is more important than ever before, Egon Hinss, the national sales manager of Breton USA, explains how fabricators can start the automation process in their shop. Hinss has 20 years of experience in the industry and has been with Breton for the past six years.
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Dealing with silicosis in Australia

After Australia’s first death from silicosis, the country, companies and employees have come together to fight the problem of this life-threatening condition
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Jason Kamery
March 11, 2020
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In the past two years, Australia had its first reported fatality from silicosis. In response, the Australian government has been advocating for change and protection for fabricators. Silicosis is a form of occupational, non-reversible lung disease caused by inhalation of silica dust over a long period of time. Silica is a highly common, crystal-like mineral found in sand, rock, and quartz. It can have deadly consequences for people who work with stone, tile, concrete, glass, or other forms of rock.


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Stone Industry Perspective

Stone Industry Perspective: Resources for preventing silicosis

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James Hieb
February 18, 2020
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The threat of silica exposure is not a new story. However, these reports are a strong reminder that stone companies must be diligent about reducing the risks to workers. The Natural Stone Institute recommends the following.


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OSHA Safety Week

U.S. Department of Labor Kicks Off Safe + Sound Week on August 12

July 29, 2019
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The week-long event encourages employers to implement workplace safety initiatives, and highlight workers’ contributions to improving safety.
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