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Construction Workers Face Multiple Threats on the Job

by Charles Johnson | Aug 31, 2021
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Construction workers constantly face dangers and risks while on the job, including falls, distracted drivers, extreme heat and other safety issue.

Things to Consider When It Comes to Safety

by Ryan Knutson | Aug 31, 2021
OSHA | Safety

In these uncertain times, many organizations have been forced to adapt and some now have an expanded view of safety. Here are recommendations for creating a safety-centric environment.

Tips to Identify and Mitigate Risks on Construction Sites

by Zachary Perecman | Aug 18, 2021
OSHA | Risk Management | Safety

Risk identification and risk-mitigating strategies will help keep the job running safely, smoothly and effectively. Worker safety should always be the first priority.

COVID-19 Emergency Standard to Exclude Construction

by Construction Executive | Aug 12, 2021
OSHA | Safety

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has applied its COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard only to the health care industry.

How the Pandemic Pushed the Construction Industry Five Years Into the Future

by Alexandra McManus, Hussein Cholkamy | Aug 9, 2021
OSHA | Technology | Wellness

The pandemic propelled the construction industry to adopt technologies that keep workers safe. The future of construction depends on continued adoption.

Five Steps for Monitoring and Improving Contractor Safety

by Danny Shields | Aug 4, 2021
Jobsite Monitoring | OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Technology

One in five deaths among U.S. workers is in construction. Supply chain risk management software can help construction companies protect their subcontractors, suppliers and businesses.

Don’t Drop the Ball (or the Load): Crane Safety Best Practices

by Curtis Moore | Jul 27, 2021
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | OSHA | Risk Management | Safety | Tools | Vehicles

In addition to complying with crane certification, training and evaluation requirements, there are best practices construction employers can implement for worker safety around cranes.

OSHA Provides Resources to Prevent Heat Illness and Death on Construction Jobsites

by Construction Executive | Jul 20, 2021
OSHA | Safety

OSHA offers numerous resources that will help to protect workers from heat.
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