Safety
Risk
Safeguarding History: Fire Risks in Renovating Historic Buildings
In light of Notre Dame's restoration and the current wildfires devastating the Southern California region, safeguarding against fire is at the forefront of everyone's construction concerns.
By Birgitte Messerschmidt
January 20, 2025
Topics
Safety
Risk
by Birgitte Messerschmidt
Birgitte Messerschmidt, Director of Research at NFPA
Related stories
Safety
The Future of Fire Protection in EV Battery Facilities
By Stuart Bradbury
As more and more EV-battery manufacturing facilities begin to operate in the United States, it's important that those who build the facilities know how to fire-proof them.
Safety
Transforming Work Zone Safety Through Automation
By Jesus Nunez
Smart traffic cones and automated flaggers are changing the game of work zone safety.
Safety
Checking In: Construction Company Founder Details His Own Struggle With Depression
By Maggie Murphy
The B1M founder and mental-health advocate, Fred Mills, tells all about his love for construction, his personal struggle in overcoming mental-health challenges and what he believes the industry can do to ensure its workforce is thriving.