Construction Safety

Fairfax, VA — The National Utility Contractors Association is calling on employers involved in trench work to participate in the Trench Safety Stand Down,...

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

Washington — A coalition of organizations is suing the Environmental Protection Agency and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin for “failing to meet a mandatory legal...

Washington — OSHA administrator David Keeling is set to provide insight during the 13th annual National Forklift Safety Day, scheduled for June 9. The free...

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...

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

New York — The number of construction workers killed in New York state fell nearly 26% in 2024 from a 10-year high the year...

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

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

Washington — OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health has scheduled virtual meetings for May 19 and 20. According to a notice published May...