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Examining Best Practices for Fire Protection of Critical Systems in Buildings

by Jon Jones | Jun 14, 2023
OSHA | Safety

Since the 1800s, fire safety has been standard practice in commercial construction. Today, that practice has greatly evolved.

Moving Past COVID-19 Shock: Three Lasting Impacts on the Construction Industry

by Samuel Giffin | Jun 6, 2023
Commercial | Industrial | Institutional | Markets | Wellness

The pandemic can have long-term effects for not only your employees but your entire business model.

OSHA Joins the EEOC in Analyzing Unsafe Construction Environments

by Cameron S. Hill Sr. | Jun 6, 2023
Culture | Diversity | OSHA | Safety

How equity in the workplace affects safety on construction sites.

That About Covers It

by Grace Austin | May 30, 2023
Safety | Wearables

Sorry, hard hat, but the safety helmet fits better, offers more protection, can be easily accessorized and is more comfortable.

How to Manage Occupational Heat-Related Illnesses

by Deepa Rajakrishnan | May 17, 2023
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Read this list of the top five heat-related illnesses in construction, including how to avoid them if you can and resolve them if you can't.

Eyes Wide Shut

by Boyd Goodson | May 15, 2023
Departments | Safety | Wellness

It’s time to wake up to the dangers of sleep apnea—including workplace injuries, disability claims, burnout and absenteeism.

Evolving Climate Patterns and Extreme Weather Demand New Building Methods

by Annette Rubin | May 9, 2023
Infrastructure | Markets | OSHA | Safety

If it isn't broken, you still might need to fix it—especially when it comes to outdated, unsafe construction methods and materials.

Falling Short: Construction Must Prioritize Worker Safety

by Mark McGhiey | May 3, 2023
Insurance | OSHA | Risk | Safety

How to protect your workers—and your wallet—from falls and fall claims.
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