What Does Safety Cost?
A safe, happy workplace yields constructive relationships among staff, managers and bosses; high-quality results; and long-term, fruitful collaborations.
Construction Workplace Safety Checklist
Safety procedures form the basis for a safety culture that is ingrained in every element of the day. Workers must be aware of what constitutes safe behavior, and they must live that behavior as if it were second nature.
Protect Workers From Falls: A Leading Cause of Death
One of the leading causes of death for construction workers is falls from elevated surfaces. Protect workers by making jobsite safety a priority through proper hazard assessments and training.
Fire Safety of CLT and Mass Timber Buildings
The use of mass timber has been growing as developers strive for sustainable and efficient construction. With increased understanding of mass timber’s fire performance, expect to see more of these buildings.
Engineering Better Wood Structures for Earthquakes: Past Experiences and Future Trends
With proper design and better quality control, light-framed wood buildings will continue to perform better in seismic events and dominate low-rise commercial and single-family residential construction in the U.S.
OSHA and HR: Dealing With Drugs, Disability and Hostility in the Workplace
In addition to dealing with frequent workers’ comp cases, onsite injuries and dangerous conditions, contractors must also deal with drugs, disability and violence/hostility. OSHA provides resources for dealing with these issues.
Safety Labels vs. Signs: What’s the Difference?
OSHA has set standards that define what a safety sign is, how it should be used and where it should be placed, but it is up to each company to decide whether to use a sign or a label. Here’s a primer on signs, labels and materials and when to use them.
Is a Technology Investment Right for Safety Compliance?
Documenting OSHA requirements can be difficult and time-consuming. While technology can drastically reduce the potential for errors and streamline processes, know what’s available before deciding what to implement.
