Why contractor assessment and safety monitoring matter more than ever.
How to stay warm without sacrificing head safety when temperatures drop.
ASSP’s revised standard emphasizes the importance of pre-project and pre-task planning for worker protection.
595 Construction LLC exposed workers to repeated fall hazards at residential worksites, continuing a pattern of unsafe practices.
The agency credits the change to strengthened safety initiatives and collaboration with labor stakeholders.
The agency has proposed Phoenix Rigging & Erecting LLC and Maxim Crane Works LP face the maximum allowable total penalties.
The construction firm has adopted enhanced helmets to reduce head injury risks.
Exoskeletons hold great potential for improving safety and reducing injuries in construction and heavy industries, but challenges like compatibility, adoption resistance, and cost concerns must be addressed through structured implementation and collaboration.
The meetings will take place both in-person and virtually on October 29 and 30, 2024.
New technologies, such as proximity sensors and drones, may significantly reduce the risks and hazards faced by crane operators and improve safety in the crane industry.
What to know about head protection types, classes, accessories, and more.
Building a safety-first culture in the workplace is crucial for reducing incidents, improving productivity, and ensuring long-term business success.
Proper maintenance of water trucks on construction sites is essential for optimal performance and safety on the job site.
Miller Building Systems LLC faces $354,912 in proposed penalties.
OSHA cited the Easton, Connecticut-based company with similar violations in 2016.
Boston Waterproofing & Construction Corp. faces $451,694 in penalties for the violations.
The companies repeatedly failed to ensure worker safety, leading to severe penalties.
Moundville, Alabama-based Ballard Contractors Inc. faces eight citations as a result of the investigation.
NOR-D LLC faces $61,065 in proposed penalties following the death of a 54-year-old worker.
Integrating comprehensive safety strategies into the design and planning phases of construction projects is crucial to protecting workers and minimizing hazards.