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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.

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.

Addressing the Mental-Health Crisis in Construction Requires a Two-Pronged Approach

by Lauren Lazar | Dec 8, 2021
Careers | Training | Wellness | Workforce

For contractor that want to remain competitive, addressing physical and mental health must be a priority. Working with experienced onsite medical experts can help construction executives achieve the healthy worksite culture needed for optimal results.

OSHA: What to Expect in 2022

by Stephen E. Irving | Dec 8, 2021
OSHA | Safety

Construction employers need to be aware of OSHA’s new rule drafting and national programs, including a vaccine mandate, focus on heat stress and region-specific emphasis programs.

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.

Daily Construction Reports: Don’t Leave the Job Without Them

by Patrick Barthet | Dec 7, 2021
Business | Dispute Resolution | Legal and Regulatory | OSHA | Project Delivery | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

Daily construction reports can help resolve a delay issue or clarify a jobsite access claim. They are admissible in court since the information was recorded when the events in question occurred.

Calculating Shock: Absorbing Lanyard Fall Clearance for Construction Workers

by Rick Pedley | Dec 1, 2021
OSHA | Risk | Risk Management | Safety

OSHA requires fall protection at heights more than six feet from the next work level. Know how to calculate fall clearance so workers can safely focus on the task at hand.

Turn a Construction Safety Program Into a Competitive Advantage

by Tom Webb | Dec 1, 2021
Organization Culture | Risk Management | Safety

A strong safety program can help recruit new talent and new business. Start seeing the ROI on the safety program with increased business growth and retention.
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