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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

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

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

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.

Construction’s Big Pain: How Imaging May Misdirect Care for Lower Back Soreness

by Maja Jurisic | Aug 31, 2021
Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Back injuries are the most common injury in construction, but despite billions of dollars spent on treating back pain, MRIs and other tests often fail to provide the information and therapy for the most effective treatment.

Questions and Answers on Drug Misuse in Construction

by Barry Sample | Aug 18, 2021
Safety | Wellness

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.

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How Construction Leaders Can Address Substance Misuse in the Workplace

Make Suicide Prevention Go Viral

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

Construction Must Build a Bridge for Support to Prevent Suicide

Construction Workers Face Multiple Threats on the Job

Steps to Reduce the Hidden Costs of Ladders

Construction’s Big Pain: How Imaging May Misdirect Care for Lower Back Soreness

Questions and Answers on Drug Misuse in Construction

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