Construction Safety


The Transformative Power of Contractor Safety: Enhancing Operational Efficiency

The Transformative Power of Contractor Safety: Enhancing Operational Efficiency

Prioritizing contractor safety can significantly enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, improve productivity, and bolster a company's reputation.

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When Rooftop Safety is in Question, SRC is the Answer

If you’ve spent any amount of time on a commercial roof lately, you know how much is going on up there. It’s a world unto itself.

Building a Safety Culture That Works: More Than Just Rules and Procedures

Building a Safety Culture That Works: More Than Just Rules and Procedures

Construction safety culture can transform by prioritizing leadership, employee engagement and proactive measures beyond traditional rules and procedures.

OSHA Cites Massachusetts Roofing Contractor for Fall Protection Violations

OSHA Cites Massachusetts Roofing Contractor for Fall Protection Violations

OJR Construction Inc. was cited for leaving workers vulnerable to safety hazards.

OSHA Finds Georgia Contractor Could Have Prevented Worker Death

OSHA Finds Georgia Contractor Could Have Prevented Worker Death

Landmark Erecting Inc. left the 31-year-old worker open to fall protection hazards.

Manufacturers’ Pivotal Role in Safety: Innovation to Put Users in Control

Manufacturers’ Pivotal Role in Safety: Innovation to Put Users in Control

Products with built-in, innovative safety features need to be ubiquitous for the construction industry to effectively improve safety across the board.

Guam Contractor Faces More Than $1 Million in OSHA Penalties

Guam Contractor Faces More Than $1 Million in OSHA Penalties

Giant Construction Corp. exposed workers to trench-based safety hazards.

National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction Occurs on May 6-10, 2024

National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction Occurs on May 6-10, 2024

The annual initiative aims to reduce fatalities in the construction industry.



OSHA Finds Lack of Safety Measures Led to Massachusetts Dock Collapse

OSHA Finds Lack of Safety Measures Led to Massachusetts Dock Collapse

Mohawk Northeast Inc. faces $214,327 in proposed fines following the incident in New Bedford, Massachusetts.

NIOSH, Partners Lead Fifth Annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents

NIOSH, Partners Lead Fifth Annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-By Incidents

The virtual event kicks off National Work Zone Awareness Week, which runs from April 15-19, 2024.

NSC Report Names Heat Stress, Fatigue Among Biggest Safety Risks for Crane Industry

NSC Report Names Heat Stress, Fatigue Among Biggest Safety Risks for Crane Industry

The NSC collaborated with the NCCCO Foundation for this latest effort in its ongoing Work to Zero initiative.

How Jobsite Tech Poses Safety Challenges in Construction

How Jobsite Tech Poses Safety Challenges in Construction

Here’s why what happens in the field shouldn’t stay in the field.

End Users Rally Behind Global Lifting Awareness Day 2024 Campaign

End Users Rally Behind Global Lifting Awareness Day 2024 Campaign

The annual observance takes place on July 18, 2024.

Washington L&I Fines Construction Company for Endangering Teen Workers

Washington L&I Fines Construction Company for Endangering Teen Workers

Rotschy LLC faces more than $200,000 in fines for violating child labor laws.

OSHA Cites Houston Contractor Following Teen Worker

OSHA Cites Houston Contractor Following Teen Worker's Trench Collapse Death

Hurtado Construction Co. now faces $257,811 in proposed penalties.

ASSP Seeks Safety Professionals for Upcoming Educational Events

ASSP Seeks Safety Professionals for Upcoming Educational Events

The organization issued a call for instructors, with submissions due by April 12.

OSHA Concludes Plumbing Contractor Could Have Prevented Fatal Trench Collapse

OSHA Concludes Plumbing Contractor Could Have Prevented Fatal Trench Collapse

Macon, Georgia-based Pyles Plumbing and Utility Contractors Inc. faces $308,125 in proposed penalties.

Constructing Change: How Women Are Redefining Safety and Inclusivity in Construction

Constructing Change: How Women Are Redefining Safety and Inclusivity in Construction

The current state of women in the construction industry reflects a mix of progress and persistent challenges affecting their safety, career advancement and daily work experiences.

Lessons from Construction Safety’s Constant Change

Lessons from Construction Safety’s Constant Change

Managing uncertainty is a given in construction—safety professionals everywhere should take note.

The Safety Helmet Balancing Act: Considering Style and Comfort, Not Just Protection

The Safety Helmet Balancing Act: Considering Style and Comfort, Not Just Protection

As Type II safety helmets become the standard on job sites, factoring in comfort and style can help increase adoption rates.

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