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Five Extension Cord Rules to Enhance Electrical Safety

by Jeson Pitt | Aug 24, 2018
OSHA | Safety

As one of the most extensively used electrical products in construction, extension cords pose risks ranging from overheating to becoming a fire hazard, which may result in lives lost and property damage.

Opioids and Substance Use Disorders in the Construction Industry

by Marko Kaar | Aug 24, 2018
Safety | Wellness

Opioid death rates in the AEC industry are nearly four times the national average. Management and labor need to know the warning signs of opioid abuse and be ready to take the right actions immediately.

Medical Marijuana in the Workplace

by Gregory A. Hearing, Matthew A. Bowles | Aug 17, 2018
Human Resources | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Wellness

With 29 states allowing medical marijuana use, employers may be left dazed and confused as to how medical marijuana will impact the rights of employers and employees.

Plan, Communicate and Clean Up

by Tim Ham | Aug 14, 2018
OSHA | Safety | Total Human Health

From June to November, hurricane safety should be a top priority for contractors. A strategic disaster management plan ensures the safety of employees and surrounding communities.

Organizations Unite to Develop Global Fire Safety Standard

by Joanna Masterson | Aug 13, 2018
OSHA | Safety

More than 30 global organizations came together at the United Nations to form the International Fire Safety Standards Coalition and develop a consistent set of high-level fire safety standards.

The Power of Project Monitoring in Preventing and Mitigating Risk

by David Bowcott | Aug 10, 2018
Risk Management | Safety

Construction projects are made up of several sources of capital that turn concepts into reality. These funding sources may dictate terms and monitor project progress, which can effectively mitigate risks.

Create a Competitive Advantage With Employee Health and Wellness Programs

by Lindsay Steckler | Aug 9, 2018
Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Wellness | Workforce

How can employers win the war for talent while ensuring employees perform at their peak and satisfy customers’ needs? The answer lies in cultivating a culture of health.

New Standard Identifies Tethering System Requirements

by Joanna Masterson | Aug 8, 2018
Equipment | OSHA | Safety | Tools

ANSI/ISEA 121-2018 establishes tethering systems and containers as the best practice when it comes to falling object safety and offers guidance on what constitutes a proper tethering system.
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