Rental Programs Offer Broad Access and Exploration of Smart PPE
Industrial wearables derive real-time insights from on-body or environmental data to assess risks.
U.S. Economy Expands in Second Quarter, Investment in Structures Contracts
The U.S. economy expanded at a 6.5% annualized rate in the second quarter of 2021, pushing overall gross domestic product above pre-pandemic levels.
Questions and Answers on Drug Misuse in Construction
When construction workers are impaired by drugs, the risk of accidents increases for themselves and others. Employers should know the law and have a workforce drug and alcohol policy.
Tips to Identify and Mitigate Risks on Construction Sites
Risk identification and risk-mitigating strategies will help keep the job running safely, smoothly and effectively. Worker safety should always be the first priority.
COVID-19 Emergency Standard to Exclude Construction
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has applied its COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard only to the health care industry.
Hard Hit by COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy? Call in Occupational Health Reinforcement
Construction companies experiencing vaccine hesitancy among their employees can invite health experts to talk about the virus and vaccinations.
How the Pandemic Pushed the Construction Industry Five Years Into the Future
The pandemic propelled the construction industry to adopt technologies that keep workers safe. The future of construction depends on continued adoption.
The Hidden Cost of Ladders: Construction Injuries
Ladders can lead to occupational hazards, including ergonomic and overexertion injuries due to strenuous movements or from carrying or transporting them between work locations.
