Construction

Exposed to the sun at work?

It doesn’t matter if the day is sunny or cloudy – working outdoors exposes you to the sun’s ultraviolet rays.

Work zone contractors report rising crash risk, annual survey shows

Arlington, VA — Highway construction contractors continue to sense a greater risk of work zone crashes, according to the results of the annual Work...

Roofing safety expert: Reinforcement of training is ‘the key to success’

Washington — With falls remaining a persistent risk among roofing workers, a recent webinar hosted by CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and...

Take part in the Trench Safety Stand Down

Fairfax, VA — The National Utility Contractors Association is calling on employers involved in trench work to participate in the Trench Safety Stand Down,...
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California moves toward ban on artificial stone countertop fabrication

Los Angeles — The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board on May 21 unanimously granted a petition that could ultimately lead to a...

How Leading Contractors are Capturing Safety Data at the Point of Work

The idea that jobsite safety and productivity pull in opposite directions is one of the most persistent beliefs in construction. It’s not hard to...

PPE use in construction

What gaps can be present on a construction site where PPE isn’t consistently used?

New York advocacy group releases ‘Deadly Skyline’ report on construction worker deaths

New York — The number of construction workers killed in New York state fell nearly 26% in 2024 from a 10-year high the year...
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Changes to Washington state trenching rule make written plans a must

Tumwater, WA — Construction firms in Washington state that perform excavation, trenching and shoring work must complete a written work plan before a job...

Small construction companies make safety gains, but still have room to improve: report

Boston — Although smaller construction firms continue to make strides in their commitment to employee safety, health and well-being, they still have room for...

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