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Speaking My Language: How Bilingual Training Programs Enhance Safety

by Hilary Daninhirsch | May 10, 2021
Features | Safety | Training | Workforce

Safety is of primary importance for all workers, but the need for bilingual safety training has grown in response to the increase in Hispanic workers on construction sites.

Drop in State Construction Unemployment Rates Points to Industry Recovery, Says ABC

Construction employment is holding its own, although it is not back to pre-pandemic levels, according to state-by-state analysis of BLS data released by ABC.

A 10-Point Checklist for Transferring Risk

Establish the terms of contractual indemnification and additional insured coverage before a loss occurs. Here’s a checklist to help transfer risk from losses from a service provider’s mishap.

Construction Safety Week Is Present, Focused and Safe

by Construction Executive | May 6, 2021
Safety | Total Human Health

Construction Safety Week, celebrated May 3-7 with the theme of “Be Present, Be Focused, Be Safe,” is representative of the overall goal to raise safety standards and “build a stronger, safer industry.”

Nonresidential Construction Spending Decreases 1.1% in March, Says ABC

by ABC | May 6, 2021
Economy | Markets | Total Human Health

National nonresidential construction spending declined 1.1% in March, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published today by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Caring and Training: Building Skills and Wellbeing Through Workforce Development

Mike Bennett shares his thoughts on key aspects of effective workforce development programs and future trends in promoting a work culture that supports employee wellbeing.

Construction Site Safety Tips When Working Around Heavy Equipment

Mini excavators, skid steers and trenchers will be performing tasks around workers who may be hauling equipment, digging holes and working on scaffolding. Keeping everyone safe during the workday helps to eliminate accidents that can be life-threatening.

The Benefits of OSHA 10 Security on Construction Sites

by Michael Morrison, Bill Herzog | Apr 30, 2021
OSHA | Risk Management | Safety

Having an extra set of eyes and ears on a jobsite can help prevent injuries. OSHA 10 certified security guards have the training and certification to recognize danger when they see it.

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Speaking My Language: How Bilingual Training Programs Enhance Safety

Drop in State Construction Unemployment Rates Points to Industry Recovery, Says ABC

A 10-Point Checklist for Transferring Risk

Construction Safety Week Is Present, Focused and Safe

Nonresidential Construction Spending Decreases 1.1% in March, Says ABC

Caring and Training: Building Skills and Wellbeing Through Workforce Development

Construction Site Safety Tips When Working Around Heavy Equipment

The Benefits of OSHA 10 Security on Construction Sites

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