Construction

When wood is cut or sanded, it releases dust that workers can inhale.

Using a power tool? Working ergonomically will help prevent injuries to your wrist.

East Lansing, MI — Employers who have skid steer loaders should develop, implement and enforce a comprehensive injury prevention program that includes training workers on hazard recognition and avoidance.

Washington — Oregon OSHA now has full oversight of temporary labor camps in the state, after receiving federal OSHA’s final approval.

New York — In light of statistics showing construction workers are almost four times more likely than the average American to die from suicide, a contractor association has created suicide prevention resources.

This past summer, the Midwest and much of the East Coast experienced an unprecedented decline in outdoor air quality. Smoke from wildfires in Canada regularly sent air quality ratings well into to the unhealthy range – an Air Quality Index for the smallest particulate matter – PM2.5 – in excess of 151.

Portable light strings are electric lights connected along a cable, wire or string.

Adelaide, Australia — Stress, long hours and job insecurity are some of the top challenges contributing to mental health issues among construction workers in Australia, results of a recent study show.

In Episode 43, the S+H team examines the September issue’s feature story on aerial lifts. Also, Ryan Pietzsch, a program technical consultant for driver safety at the National Safety Council, joins the podcast to discuss fleet safety in the “Five Questions With …” segment.

To help prevent on-the-job injuries and fatalities in construction, it’s imperative to keep up with the latest ANSI standards on fall protection equipment and best practices.