11 Processes and Protocols That Boost Construction Safety
Contractors with good safety records may have luck on their side, but they likely also have robust safety processes and protocols in place. After all, construction safety doesn’t...
Conveying the “Why” as Part of Your Safety Culture
As workers become comfortable in their jobs, a sense of invincibility sometimes takes hold, and it may occasionally result in carelessness. In an industry like construction, the...
Good and Bad Fall Protection Anchor Points
Your personal fall protection gear is only as good as the anchor or tie-off point you choose. Some workers believe certain points are safe when in fact, they won’t hold them if...
Report: Jobsite Noise Could Put Workers Hearts at Risk
Construction employers, hear this: Noise on the jobsite isn’t just a nuisance. And as far as health effects go, it’s not just bad for the ears. It’s also bad for the heart. RELATED...
OSHA Strategic Partnerships: Could Your Company Benefit?
If you’re like many contractors, you may see OSHA as an adversary interested in finding fault rather than an ally in your efforts to keep workers safe. But OSHA isn’t only about...
What’s the Matter with Mondays?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), across many industries, including construction, more workplace injuries occur on Mondays than on any other day. BLS data from...
Protecting Workers from Beryllium: OSHA’s Final Rule
The final rule of OSHA’s Occupational Exposure to Beryllium standard strengthens worker protection against exposure to this metal element, which can be hazardous if inhaled. The...
Preventing Work Zone Injuries
Road workers put themselves in harm’s way every day. In 2016, 143 workers died at road construction sites in the United States. Texas had more than its share of these incidents...
What Does SCBA Stand For?
SCBA stands for self-contained breathing apparatus. It’s a type of respirator that construction workers, firefighters and others wear to protect themselves from air contaminated by...