The Dangers of Invisible Injuries
According to the CDC, 150 people die each day from the effects of traumatic brain injuries and the greatest number them were in the construction industry.
Ten Tips for Creating a Workplace Suicide Prevention Plan
A suicide prevention plan can destigmatize mental health and wellbeing outreach, improve safety of construction workers and help reverse the devasting suicide rates in construction.
Preventing Heat Risks to Workers in Various Climates
To keep workers safe while working in the summer heat, Garney Construction tested PPE monitoring devices to track heat stress. The result? Healthier and more productive workers.
OSHA to Increase Enforcement Efforts Under Biden Administration
An increase in OSHA inspectors under the Biden administration means that contractors should assess jobsite health and safety hazards now to avoid being the target of increased OSHA surveillance.
Counter the Rising Number of Occupational Fatalities in Construction
By focusing on community and increasing competency, contractors can address the increased stress among the workforce from the pandemic and reduce the risk of workforce fatalities.
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.
How to Manage Employees Suffering From Abuse, Addiction and Other Hidden Maladies
Employers should talk to EAPs about helping employees with hidden challenges outside the workplace. Identify local public health and nonprofit agencies and share resources with employees seeking help.
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.
