CALL US NOW 303.429.8893 INFO@FIOREANDSONS.COM HOMEABOUT US SERVICES NEWS CAREERSFOR SALE CONTACT SAFETY – TAILGATE TALKS Safety - Tailgate Talks Avoiding Struck-By Accidents Every year, thousands of injuries and fatalities result from contact with heavy equipment and trucks. Struck-By is one of the […] Read more Making Safe Driving Adjustments for Conditions Too Fast for the Conditions What is too fast? As defined by the FMCSA: “a speed that is greater than […] Read more Rodents, Snakes and Insects During the warmer months in Colorado, wildlife is most active and poses the greatest threat to all of us in […] Read more Prevention of Influenza – The Flu and You Influenza or “The Flu” is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. In 2009-2010, a […] Read more Site Stormwater Management – Doing the right thing because we care Working with care adjacent to rivers, lakes, and storm drains is needed to reduce potential pollution threat it poses. Contamination […] Read more Safely Performing Overlot Excavations and Earth Moving Earthmoving is a dangerous profession. In 2017 alone there were 28 fatalities in the U.S. related to mass earthmoving and […] Read more Distracted Driving Every year distracted driving claims thousands of lives. NHTSA estimates that in 2017 distracted driving attributed to 391,000 injury crashes. […] Read more Basic Safety Rules Some rules are never made to be broken. Much like the Ten Commandments the Fiore Basic Safety Rules are important […] Read more Sprains and Strains Prevention Sprains and strains account for about a third of injuries in construction. A sprain is an injury to a ligament, […] Read more Filtering Face Mask – N95 Dust Mask Dust masks (particulate respirators) are to be used in the workplace where airborne particulates such as housekeeping dust, earthwork dust, […] Read more Avoiding Backing Up Incidents – “First Move Forward!” Operating heavy equipment or a motor vehicle is inherently a hazardous task, however, backing up creates more risk for incidents […] Read more Hearing Protection – Avoiding cumulative effects What’s the risk of Noise Exposure? When you are exposed to loud noises over long periods of time, you are […] Read more Slip, Trips, & Falls – Falls from the same elevation OSHA reports slips, trips, or falls cause almost 20 percent of all workplace injuries. Second only to vehicle accidents. Slips […] Read more Proper Radio Usage – Radios are a tool to be used properly Portable radios and CB radios are used in many different types of workplaces. They serve as an important tool and […] Read more Excavations and Trenching – Hazards and Controls These safety rules are for your protection. Follow the practices below on the job site to keep yourself and others […] Read more Severe Weather Hazards Most of us are happy it is Spring here in the high country. While spring and summer are traditionally viewed […] Read more Stormwater Controls on Construction Sites Erosion can be caused by both wind and water. It takes place where a naturally stable surface is disturbed. On […] Read more Preventing Heat Related Injury & Illness It is that time of year. The days are longer and the temperatures are warming up. Summer is right around […] Read more Insect, Animal and Snake Hazards on the Jobsite Bite and Sting Hazards While many insect and animal encounters are harmless, any animal, even those that typically seem gentle […] Read more Defensive Driving For some of us, one of the most dangerous things we do every day is driving to and from work. […] Read more SEATBELT – REQUIRED 100% OF THE TIME Fiore and Sons company policy is 100% seatbelt usage every time you are in a vehicle, truck and equipment. If […] Read more Safe Work Practice – Ascending/Descending Truck and Equipment Steps and Ladders Fiore and Sons Inc. as a utility, earth moving and transportation contractor has a risk for injury when ascending and […] Read more Accessing Trucks and Equipment Falling while getting into or out of truck cabs or heavy equipment or when mounting or dismounting tanker truck bodies […] Read more Work Safely Around Utilities Before starting your work outside, first look up and all around to see if there are any overhead lines or […] Read more Utility Strike Avoidance Program Fiore & Sons Inc. (FSI) as an excavation, demolition, utility and earth moving contractor has a risk for injury and […] Read more Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. People […] Read more Foot and Toe Protection When workers think of personal protective equipment (PPE), they often focus on hard hats, safety glasses and gloves. However, leg […] Read more Winter Slips and Trips Winter weather adds more risk for injuries. Prevent slips, trips and falls by preparing for the conditions and taking extra […] Read more Preventing the Flu The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering […] Read more Proper Care and Use of PPE When most people focus on proper selection and use of Personal Protective Equipment. Care and maintenance of PPE is an […] Read more Cold Weather Heavy Equipment Operation Normal wear and tear is tough on equipment, winter cold temps is also rough on equipment. Without the correct cold […] Read more Sun Glare Hazards Although glare can be dangerous year-round, it is an especially big problem in the fall & winter months of year, […] Read more Struck-By & Caught Between Incidents According to OSHA, caught-between and struck by hazards collectively are part of the four deadliest dangers to our workplace Family. […] Read more Loading and Unloading using Forklifts or Equipment with a Fork Attachment IS EVERYTHING WITH FORKS A FORKLIFT? Powered industrial trucks, commonly called forklifts, are used primarily to move materials. They can […] Read more Injury Removing Manhole Forming Ring DESCRIPTION An experienced Utility craftsman working in Downtown Denver injured his back while assisting two others lifting out a 3-inch tall, […] Read more Manual Lifting & Material Handling HAZARDS OF MANUAL HANDLING Manual Material Handling means a task that requires a person to lift, lower, push, pull, carry […] Read more Ergonomics in the Driver’s Seat WHAT IS ERGONOMICS? According to Webster’s Dictionary, ergonomics is “the study of the problems of people in adjusting to their […] Read more Timing Trends for Injuries & Incidents In a published report the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) found that November is the month of the year […] Read more Safe Access: Three Point Contact Rule Falling while getting into or out of truck cabs or heavy equipment or when mounting or dismounting truck bodies or […] Read more Fall Protection: Holes & Openings It is a terrible feeling. One moment your feet are on what seems to be a solid surface, the next […] Read more Vehicle and Equipment Blind Spots Heavy trucks & equipment is used on many different kinds of work sites all around the world. This equipment is […] Read more Injury Fall from Trench Box Ladder DESCRIPTION While installing mainline piping for residential development in Castle Pines, CO an employee fell onto bedding while descending a […] Read more Tips for Clear Communication with Two Way Radios Radios are placed in company vehicles and equipment as a means of efficient & safe communications. They are not toys, […] Read more Confined Spaces are Dangerous Places WHAT IS A CONFINED SPACE? A confined space can be any space of an enclosed nature where there is a […] Read more Fire Extinguisher Use and Inspection Fire extinguishers are an important tool in preventing a small fire from growing larger. However, they should not be used […] Read more Safe Work Practice – Manhole and Grate Opening Fiore and Sons Inc. as a utility and earth moving contractor has a risk for injury when opening manholes and […] Read more Spotter Duties – Having Courage To Speak Up OSHA’s View on Spotters OSHA 1926.1408 states a spotter must: Dedicated to the task, who is in continuous contact with […] Read more How to Plan For and Limit Severe Weather Effects WHY TALK ABOUT THE WEATHER? Although we have no control over rain, snow, sleet, wind, lightning or sunshine; we can […] Read more Ergonomics & Conditioning – Avoiding Overexertion Tips to Avoid Injury Sources of Injuries Many workplace injuries are a result of overexertion caused by awkward position, repetition, […] Read more Preventing Utility Strikes No matter what procedures we put in place eventually we will make contact with a utility. Sometimes in plain sight […] Read more Using Safe Work Practices To Protect Your Hands Keeping Your Hands Safe At The Workplace The most used tool on any job site is the human hand. Think […] Read more Wildfire Safety at Work & Home Prepare for Wildfires at Home and Work One thing that all of us are aware of is that out of […] Read more Animal, Snake, & Insect Encounters Practice Safety Precautions To Avoid Dangerous Encounters with Animals When working outside along the roads, in the fields, in confined […] Read more Speak Up Listen Up Peer-to-Peer Coaching Speak-Up Listen-Up (SULU) is a means for employees to engage each other to improve communication, provide positive coaching, […] Read more Site Stewardship – Storm Water Controls & Housekeeping A History of Sustainable Growth Fiore & Sons has a long history of being conscious of sustainable growth and construction […] Read more Heavy Truck & Equipment Operations Common Safety Rules for Drivers and Operators Operation of heavy trucks and equipment such as excavators, loaders, graders, rollers, and […] Read more Our Subcontractor Responsibilities Our Commitment to Safety Over the years, employees at Fiore and Sons have taken great pride in the quality and […] Read more Walking & Working Surfaces Proper Safety Precautions Many workers are injured every year due to slips, trips, or falls generated by improper walking and […] Read more Stretch & Flex Preventing Injury Sprain and strain injuries are a significant problem and source of injury in the maintenance, warehouse, trucking, and […] Read more Slips & Falls Practice Proper Safety Measures There are various ways to suffer slips and falls while working. You can slip and lose […] Read more Active Shooter – Run Hide Fight What is an Active Shooter? An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people […] Read more Protect Yourself During Flu Season How to Stay Healthy Get vaccinated! Vaccination is the most important way to prevent the spread of the Every year […] Read more Personal Protective Equipment Importance of PPE Employees should ask questions about the PPE they are required to wear and never hesitate to replace […] Read more Preventing Back Over & Struck By Accidents Reduce the Chance of an Accident Backing up and reverse motion are a leading cause of vehicle-related injuries. Planning, preventive […] Read more Parking & Staging Areas Avoid Parking & Staging Accidents Wherever motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic must mix, the risk of accidents is increased. All […] Read more Manual Lifting & Material Handling Hazards of Manual Handling Manual Material Handling means a task that requires a person to lift, lower, push, pull, carry […] Read more Impalement Hazards Common Hazards on Construction Sites Exposed rebar ends & nails are a common hazard on construction sites. They can stick […] Read more FioreRewards Safety Action Recognition What is FioreRewards? The FioreRewards program recognizes Fiore & Sons employees for their contribution to the safety culture of the […] Read more Excavations & Trenching – Hazards and Controls Safety Rules for Your Protection Follow the practices below on the job site to keep yourself and others safe. Significant […] Read more Daily Walk Around Inspection Demonstrate Your Commitment A pre-use/pre-shift inspection is a very important part of every driver’s and operator’s commitment to safety. Never […] Read more Control of Hazardous Energy – Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) Controlling Hazardous Energy Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protects a worker by preventing others from turning on equipment or from a release of […] Read more Proven Experience Since 1959 Safely Building a Better World Get In Touch 80 E 62nd Ave, ste 101 Denver, CO 80216 info@fioreandsons.com 303.429.8893 303.429.3035 Office Hours Monday-Friday: 8am to 5pm SITE MAP CONTACT US CAREERS EMPLOYEE RESOURCES © FIORE & SONS, INC. 2018