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The Importance of Industrial Hygiene in the Construction Industry

by Jonathan Sharp | Jan 13, 2022
Law | Risk Management | Safety

Industrial hygiene is one of the key factors that keep employees safe at their places of work.

ABC’s Construction Backlog Slips in December; Contractor Confidence Continues to Improve

by ABC | Jan 13, 2022
Economy | Markets | Total Human Health

Associated Builders and Contractors has reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 8.2 months in December.

Avoiding Pitfalls: How to Communicate a Vaccine Mandate to Your Organization

by Jen L'Estrange | Jan 4, 2022
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health

Both the financial and opportunity costs around vaccine mandate implementation affect businesses.

The High Frequency of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Construction Workers

by Neil Flynn | Dec 15, 2021
Safety | Wellness

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are among the most prevailing occupational health conditions. The construction industry accounts for a disproportionally high number of injuries in the workplace.

A Guide to Free Construction Safety Resources

by Marla McIntyre | Dec 10, 2021
PPE | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Construction associations and government agencies offer free safety resources on everything from active shooter response to fall protection to personal protective equipment.

Working Safely With Silica: Health Hazards and OSHA Compliance

by Rick Pedley | Dec 9, 2021
OSHA | Safety | Wellness

Breathing in silica dust remains one of the most common hazards in the construction industry.

Building for Longevity: How to Keep an Aging Workforce Safe

by Lisa Orr, Laura Oslund | Dec 8, 2021
Business | Business Development | Retention | Risk Management | Safety | Wellness | Workforce

Seasoned workers tend to have fewer injuries, but when they do, injuries are often more severe. Keep aging workers safe by understanding age-related challenges and implementing solutions.

2022 Outlook for Commercial Construction and Masonry

by Christy Crook | Dec 8, 2021
Economy | Markets | Total Human Health

The commercial masonry industry can expect a modest 0.2% growth rate in 2021. The market size of the masonry industry grew slower than the overall construction sector, but still outpaces the overall economy.
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