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Contractors Set to Implement Air Quality Upgrades for Healthier Buildings

Construction contractors are increasingly being asked by building owners and operators to provide various mitigation strategies to improve indoor air quality to help occupants avoid being exposed to lingering airborne viral particles.

Best Practices for Mitigating Risk in 2021

A Travelers executive discusses the many challenges contractors will face in 2021 and offers ways to mitigate risk.

Heighten Carbon Monoxide Safety Awareness This Winter

by Matt McDonald | Jan 6, 2021
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Wellness

CO poisoning is a threat to crews on construction job site, especially during winter months when fuel-burning equipment and tools are used in buildings or spaces without sufficient ventilation.

Dedicating a Safety-First Approach to Jobsite Vehicle Use

A high volume and variety of vehicles on jobsites spells risk and liability. Here are strategies to create a safe and productive construction environment that protects workers and vehicles.

How COVID-19 Has Affected Risk in the Construction Industry

While COVID-19 has increased the risks for construction professionals, there are strategies to mitigate risk such as virtual training, wearables and attracting the best talent.

Don’t Overlook Asbestos Inspections Before Demolition or Renovation

by Jessica Rosenblatt, Scott Dismukes | Oct 6, 2020
OSHA | PPE | Safety

Owners and contractors should be aware that a licensed asbestos inspector must conduct a National Emissions Standard Hazardous Air Pollutant inspection before demolition or renovation of a building.

COVID-19 Construction: Temporary Solutions Protect Product and People

Contractors are moving quickly to develop standardized playbooks on how to install air quality safeguards for permanent structures in the wake of the pandemic.

Combating a Projected Spike in COVID-19 Cases During Flu Season

by Curtis Moore | Oct 1, 2020
Departments | PPE | Safety | Wellness

A projected surge of COVID-19 cases will likely coincide with the beginning of flu season—creating a perfect storm for the public and employers alike.

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Contractors Set to Implement Air Quality Upgrades for Healthier Buildings

Best Practices for Mitigating Risk in 2021

Heighten Carbon Monoxide Safety Awareness This Winter

Dedicating a Safety-First Approach to Jobsite Vehicle Use

How COVID-19 Has Affected Risk in the Construction Industry

Don’t Overlook Asbestos Inspections Before Demolition or Renovation

COVID-19 Construction: Temporary Solutions Protect Product and People

Combating a Projected Spike in COVID-19 Cases During Flu Season

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