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As the Pandemic Ride Continues, What Challenges Can Construction Companies Expect?

by Matt DeVries | Sep 21, 2021
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Challenges construction companies can expect include safety concerns, labor shortages, surging material costs and bankruptcy filings—and recommendations to mitigate losses.

Steps to Take Following an Accident

by Zachary Perecman | Sep 14, 2021
Departments | Insurance | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Wellness

If an accident occurs, seek medical treatment, report the accident and document the scene. Workers can file a workers’ comp claim or personal injury claim if a result of third-party negligence.

How Construction Leaders Can Address Substance Misuse in the Workplace

by Jason Sundby | Sep 13, 2021
Careers | Organization Culture | Wellness | Workforce

There are practical steps contractors can take to mitigate substance use disorders in the workplace. An integrated approach should include comprehensive safety policies and protocols, substance misuse and addiction education, and support for employees who need help.

Make Suicide Prevention Go Viral

by Construction Executive | Sep 13, 2021
Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. September is National Suicide Prevention Month.

Between a Rock and a Hard Place: The Rise of the Delta Variant and Upcoming Flu Season

by Curtis Moore | Sep 9, 2021
PPE | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Construction employers can navigate the upcoming flu season and rise of COVID-19 Delta Variant by implementing policies the prevent their spread and by encouraging their employees to get vaccinated.

Construction Must Build a Bridge for Support to Prevent Suicide

by Aimee Johnson | Sep 9, 2021
Careers | Organization Culture | Wellness | Workforce

Life challenges can build up for all of us and we can build cross-sector supports now. Construction industry stakeholders have an opportunity to bridge a gap across the industry and decrease stigma about seeking help to prevent suicide.

Construction Workers Face Multiple Threats on the Job

by Charles Johnson | Aug 31, 2021
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Construction workers constantly face dangers and risks while on the job, including falls, distracted drivers, extreme heat and other safety issue.

Steps to Reduce the Hidden Costs of Ladders

by Jennifer Stiansen | Aug 31, 2021
Business | Productivity | Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Wellness

It’s time to consider the true cost of ladders. Ladders usage is a leading cause of falls and wasteful motion, which leads to fatigue and reduces productivity.
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