S+H Staff

Thousands of earthquakes occur annually in the United States, according to data from the U.S. Geological Society’s National Earthquake Information Center. The vast majority range in magnitude from 2.0 to 3.9 – strong enough to notice, but not likely to cause significant damage.

Fire safety advocates stress the importance of creating an escape plan. And they want families to practice that plan twice a year – as well as regularly test their smoke alarms

What are the top ways to engage employees and contractors during safety training?

Washington — Artificial intelligence in construction is the subject of a new technology guide from Associated Builders and Contractors.

A recent analysis of calls to U.S. poison centers shows that exposures to liquid laundry detergent packets has increased among older children, teens and adults.

Robert L. Keller has retired as chair of the board of directors for Neenah, WI-based J. J. Keller & Associates. James J. Keller is the new chair. The brothers are the second generation of the Keller family to lead the family-owned company, founded by their father in 1953.

Washington — OSHA is encouraging employers to take a break and raise awareness of fall hazards and the importance of fall protection during the National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction.

Washington — Oil and gas extraction operators should include contract workers in site safety management plans, improve job and equipment hazard training, and reinforce safety practices, a recent study concludes.

Addison, TX — Nearly half of workers in a recent survey say they’d take a pay cut to work for an employer with a better safety culture.

Want to feel more fit and happy? Combine regular physical exercise with mindful meditation, British researchers say.