Construction Safety


The Most Common Injuries in Construction, and The Potential for Traumatic Brain Injuries

The Most Common Injuries in Construction, and The Potential for Traumatic Brain Injuries

Between 2003 and 2010, 2,210 construction workers died due to a traumatic brain injury.

An In-Depth Look at 2021 Fatal Occupational Injury Data

An In-Depth Look at 2021 Fatal Occupational Injury Data

The data include information on gender, event or exposure, job and more.

OSHA Finds Workers Up to 20 Feet High with No Fall Protection, Cites Ohio Roofing Contractor

OSHA Finds Workers Up to 20 Feet High with No Fall Protection, Cites Ohio Roofing Contractor

The contractor now faces citations for five violations and $300,144 in proposed penalties.

Rethinking the Construction Industry’s Suicide Prevention Model Will Save Lives Today

Rethinking the Construction Industry’s Suicide Prevention Model Will Save Lives Today

The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates by population for males.

Qatar Estimates 400 to 500 Migrant Workers Died from World-Cup Related Construction

Qatar Estimates 400 to 500 Migrant Workers Died from World-Cup Related Construction

“What I will say is one death is a death too many. Plain and simple,” Secretary General of the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy Hassan Al-Thawadi said in an interview with Piers Morgan.

Looking Towards the Future: How Safety Will Evolve

Episode 177

Looking Towards the Future: How Safety Will Evolve

In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard takes a look at what is in store for the safety and health industry in the future.

After Mezzanine Collapse in Boston, Two Contractors Face Citations and Proposed Penalties

After Mezzanine Collapse in Boston, Two Contractors Face Citations and Proposed Penalties

The collapse caused one worker to lose their legs and two others to be injured.

MA Roofing Contractor Cited for Fifth Citation Related to Falls in Eight Years

MA Roofing Contractor Cited for Fifth Citation Related to Falls in Eight Years

OSHA cited the company for four willful and two serious violations and proposed penalties totaling $137,196.



Stop the Job: Don

Episode 173

Stop the Job: Don't Risk Injury for Productivity

Encouraging employees to stop the job in an unsafe scenario comes with a long list of complications. Listen in as Editor Sydny Shepard discusses how you can encourage employees to prioritize health and safety.

ASSP SafetyFOCUS Sessions to be Held February 2023

The sessions will take place in person and online from February 13 to 17 and online only from February 20 to 24.

Enhancing Workplace Safety with the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence

Episode 172

Enhancing Workplace Safety with the Adoption of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence may sound like something from the future, but it is already changing the way companies enhance their workplace safety programs. On this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard sits down with SparkCognition's Stephen Gold to talk about how advanced technologies can seamlessly fit in with your program today.

Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them

Episode 170

Most Common OSHA Violations & How to Avoid Them

There are a few standards that have dominated the most frequently cited standards list for years. In this episode, Editor Sydny Shepard breaks a few of them down and explains how to avoid being cited.

IL Site Supervisor Tells Workers to Keep Working After OSHA Notification on Fall Hazard, Agency Says

IL Site Supervisor Tells Workers to Keep Working After OSHA Notification on Fall Hazard, Agency Says

The site supervisor's employer was cited for citations on fall protection and other violations.

What’s Going On? Updates on OSHA’s Most Recent Decisions

Episode 168

What’s Going On? Updates on OSHA’s Most Recent Decisions

OSHA has been making moves. Editor Sydny Shepard discusses the latest announcements, news and movements from OSHA in the last few months.

OH Contractor Cited After OSHA Finds Workers at Heights Without Fall Protection

OH Contractor Cited After OSHA Finds Workers at Heights Without Fall Protection

The company now faces 12 violations and proposed penalties of over $1 million.

Fire Safety and Burn Prevention for Construction and Labor Trades

Fire Safety and Burn Prevention for Construction and Labor Trades

Workers in these industries may be exposed to fire hazards more often than others. Learn how to keep these workers safe.

PPE For Keeping Construction Workers Safe on the Job

PPE For Keeping Construction Workers Safe on the Job

Understanding how PPE works can result in safer workspaces.

Protecting Workers from Head to Toe

Protecting Workers from Head to Toe

Maximize workers safety, comfort and compliance.

Workplace Safety Inspections: Preparing for and Conducting Your Own

Episode 165

Workplace Safety Inspections: Preparing for and Conducting Your Own

In this episode of the podcast, Editor Sydny Shepard discusses three ways that you can be ensuring your company is on track with safety and health compliance measures.

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