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Ways to Recognize, Combat and Prevent Overexertion Injuries

by Megan Embler, MS, ATC, LAT | Jun 6, 2024
Safety | Total Human Health

Stress, fatigue, thirst, aches. Seemingly minor symptoms might be early-onset signs of overexertion, which could lead to larger injury for your employees. Be sure they’re aware of the signs and prevention methods.

Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries in the Construction Industry: Understanding the Challenges and Solutions

by Jennifer Klose, Lauren Koth, DPT, PT | Apr 30, 2024
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Mitigating safety risks is much easier when you can see the signs and symptoms. While risks such as mild traumatic brain injuries go unnoticed more often than not, you can change that.

Five Steps for Reducing Stress on and off the Jobsite

by Safi Kpodi | Apr 16, 2024
Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Workplace stress is a reality in any industry, and construction is no different. However, there are ways both for individuals to reduce their stress and for leaders to create a less stressful work environment.

Cultivating a Company Culture Committed to Safety, Mentorship and Education

by David Frazier | Feb 27, 2024
OSHA | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Mentorships, education and employee training programs still work wonders when cultivating a culture of wellbeing at your construction company.

Where’s the Fire?

by John Heinen | Feb 14, 2024
Departments | OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health

Fire safety on construction sites is at a crossroads. It’s time for an approach based on collaboration, education and training—and powered by wireless digital solutions.

Where’s the Fire?

by John Heinen | Feb 14, 2024
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health

Fire safety on construction sites is at a crossroads. It’s time for an approach based on collaboration, education and training—and powered by wireless digital solutions.

New Report Illustrates How Energy Codes Bring Benefits Beyond Energy Savings

by Ryan Colker | Jan 31, 2024
OSHA | Safety | Total Human Health

Progressively adapting and enhancing building safety codes could not only generate billions in cost savings but also boost the resilience of structures as extreme weather patterns ramp up.

Cutting Through the Complications of Cannabis Testing in the Construction Industry

by Nina M. French | Jan 30, 2024
OSHA | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Breath-testing technology is becoming more popular to ensure safety on a jobsite as cannabis consumption becomes increasingly legal.
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