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Innovating to Save Lives: How Construction Technology Reduces Jobsite Risks

With digital-based training, contractors can track employee training, store documents digitally and export training records when a third-party requires proof of training.

Four Simple Tips to Protect Injured Workers

by Mallory Stanko | Jan 6, 2020
OSHA | Safety | Wellness

There are four simple things contractors can do when a worker is injured that protects the injured worker and sends a message to all employees that safety is a priority.

2019’s Biggest Labor and Employment Moves Affecting Construction

by Micah Dawson | Jan 3, 2020
Law | Legal and Regulatory | OSHA

While the NLRB, DOL, EEOC and OSHA dominated employment law changes in 2019, expect more changes that directly impact the construction workplace in 2020.

NDAA Conference Report Contains Provisions Affecting Contractors

by ABC | Dec 18, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | OSHA | Total Human Health

The conference report for the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2020 passed the House on Dec. 11 and is expected to be enacted into law.

Beyond Experience Modification Rate: The Effect of a Good Safety Program

While an EMR is valuable data, and something contractors can and should be proud of, contractors should not base their safety practices on that information.

ABC, Via Construction Industry Safety Coalition, Comments on Silica Rule

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | Nov 13, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | OSHA | Regulations | Safety

The Construction Industry Safety Coalition (CISC) has responded to OSHA’s request for information regarding changes to the “Occupational Exposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica – Specified Exposure Control Methods Standard,” also known as the silica rule.

Reducing Jobsite Risks Through the Hierarchy of Controls

by Joe Amara | Nov 12, 2019
OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

Using a risk reduction strategy according to the hierarchy of controls ranks control measures by their effectiveness in controlling or eliminating hazards. The result is safer systems that reduce risks of injury and illness.

Preventing Common Electrical Injuries on the Jobsite

by Kelsey Rzepecki | Nov 5, 2019
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health

Construction workers are the most at risk of death from electrical accidents. Employers can implement prevention strategies to reduce chances of electrical injuries and create a safer, more efficient jobsite.

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Innovating to Save Lives: How Construction Technology Reduces Jobsite Risks

Four Simple Tips to Protect Injured Workers

2019’s Biggest Labor and Employment Moves Affecting Construction

NDAA Conference Report Contains Provisions Affecting Contractors

Beyond Experience Modification Rate: The Effect of a Good Safety Program

ABC, Via Construction Industry Safety Coalition, Comments on Silica Rule

Reducing Jobsite Risks Through the Hierarchy of Controls

Preventing Common Electrical Injuries on the Jobsite

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