Construction Safety


Preventing Ergonomic Injuries on the Construction Site

Preventing Ergonomic Injuries on the Construction Site

Think ergonomic injuries are only for those with a desk job? Think again.

ASSP Introduces First Heat Stress Standard for Construction and Demolition

ASSP Introduces First Heat Stress Standard for Construction and Demolition

More than 30 safety experts developed the standard over a three-year period.

OSHA Fines Massachusetts Contractor $306,229 for Fall Hazard Violations

OSHA Fines Massachusetts Contractor $306,229 for Fall Hazard Violations

Brothers Construction Services Inc. has similar citations dating back to 2011.

Health and Safety Tips for Real Estate Agents Touring Construction and Renovation Sites

Health and Safety Tips for Real Estate Agents Touring Construction and Renovation Sites

Real estate agents face significant risks such as injuries from slips, machinery or falling objects when touring construction and renovation sites, necessitating adherence to safety tips to navigate these hazards effectively.

OSHA Will Advocate for Worker Safety at the 2024 Construction Ready Career Expo

OSHA Will Advocate for Worker Safety at the 2024 Construction Ready Career Expo

The event—taking place on Feb. 22-23 in Atlanta—is among the Southeast’s largest student career events.

Crane Rental Company Faces OSHA Citations, Fines After Worker’s Death

Crane Rental Company Faces OSHA Citations, Fines After Worker’s Death

The crane operator suffered a fatal electrocution on a Capt’n Hook’s Crane Service Inc.

OSHA Cites Plumbing Contractor for Safety Failures After Fatal Employee Accident

OSHA Cites Plumbing Contractor for Safety Failures After Fatal Employee Accident

K&D Plumbing Inc. faces $184,387 in proposed penalties for six serious violations.

OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety Meets in February

OSHA’s Advisory Committee on Construction Safety Meets in February

The meeting, set for Feb. 22, 2024, is available for both in-person and virtual attendance.



OSHA, National Demolition Association Extend Partnership for Worker Safety

OSHA, National Demolition Association Extend Partnership for Worker Safety

The five-year agreement will focus on industry-specific hazards in the workplace.

4 Ways to Move Safer and More Efficiently on the Construction Site

4 Ways to Move Safer and More Efficiently on the Construction Site

On-site athletic trainers can help introduce construction workers to movement techniques and exercises that will reduce injuries and improve efficiency.

Grace Industries Reveals New Worker Safety Monitoring System

Grace Industries Reveals New Worker Safety Monitoring System

The system enhances the safety monitoring of workers in solitary, remote or high-risk industries.

Building a Safer Tomorrow: Addressing Hazards in Modern Construction

Building a Safer Tomorrow: Addressing Hazards in Modern Construction

From Egyptian times to now, there have always been many potential hazards facing construction workers. Let’s explore some common risks, including power supply, equipment maneuverability and dust protection.

Massachusetts Contractor’s License Revoked for Repeated Safety Violations

Massachusetts Contractor’s License Revoked for Repeated Safety Violations

William Trahant also failed to pay more than $300,000 in penalties.

Illinois Contractor Faces $278,452 in Penalties for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

Illinois Contractor Faces $278,452 in Penalties for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

Miller Building Systems and related companies have been cited 20 over the past decade.

Ohio Roofing Contractor Settles with DOL, Agrees to Pay $730,000 and Enhance Safety Measures

Ohio Roofing Contractor Settles with DOL, Agrees to Pay $730,000 and Enhance Safety Measures

Charm Builders Ltd. has been the subject of repeated violations of workplace safety standards, particularly fall hazards, since 2009.

NYT Report Uncovers Underage Migrant Workers Working in U.S. Roofing Industry

NYT Report Uncovers Underage Migrant Workers Working in U.S. Roofing Industry

Children as young as 10 years old are frequently illegally employed by roofing companies.

OSHA Fines Houston Contractors Following Fatal Roof Collapse at High School

OSHA Fines Houston Contractors Following Fatal Roof Collapse at High School

ICI Construction Inc. and Emanuel Enterprises face combined proposed penalties of $315,643.

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

R&R Construction Services Inc. faces $275,869 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Renews Partnership with FCC, Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

OSHA Renews Partnership with FCC, Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

The partnership will continue working to improve safety for communications tower erection workers for the next five years.

Minnesota Contractor Faces $1.8 Million in OSHA Fines

Minnesota Contractor Faces $1.8 Million in OSHA Fines

Wagner Construction Inc. repeatedly exposed workers to trenching hazards.

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