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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.

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.

Hard Hit by COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy? Call in Occupational Health Reinforcement

by Jeffrey Wainstein | Aug 10, 2021
Legal and Regulatory | Policy | Regulations | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Construction companies experiencing vaccine hesitancy among their employees can invite health experts to talk about the virus and vaccinations.

How the Pandemic Pushed the Construction Industry Five Years Into the Future

by Alexandra McManus, Hussein Cholkamy | Aug 9, 2021
OSHA | Technology | Wellness

The pandemic propelled the construction industry to adopt technologies that keep workers safe. The future of construction depends on continued adoption.

Mold Pollution Remediation Solutions for Commercial Buildings

by Nick Nelson | Aug 9, 2021
Commercial | Markets | Wellness

As people return to work, workplaces must be free from mold contamination. Where mold contamination has occurred, mold remediation or mold abatement can be applied to eradicate it.

Improving Access to Health Care and Wellness Services for Construction Trade and Craft Workers

by Cal Beyer | Aug 4, 2021
Business | Organization Culture | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

Contractors can reduce barriers that keep workers from seeking mental and medical health care services.

Create a Culture of Safety Within a Construction Company

by Kevin Cargill | Jul 20, 2021
Culture | Organization Culture | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

A safety culture makes the jobsite an enjoyable place to work, attracting bright and experienced experts who work together to provide innovative solutions to construction challenges.

Construction Safety Concerns: The Fatal Four and Heat Safety

by Zachary Perecman | Jul 7, 2021
OSHA | PPE | Safety | Total Human Health | Wellness

While construction jobsites have a multitude of potential hazards for workers, especially in hot summer months, many can be mitigated with training, safety measures, policies and use of PPE.
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