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It's Time to Focus on Wellness, Not Just Safety

WebIt should. Wellness is defined as the state of being healthy. It is also an approach that emphasizes preventing illness rather than treating after the fact. Focusing …

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How Builders Can Improve Site Safety For Construction Pros

WebWhile 80% of large contractors offer programs for substance use or mental health, only 29% of small companies offer these programs, and 52% of contractors wish …

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Protecting Construction Workers' Lungs is a Safety Issue

WebOctober 26, 2018. Inhaling toxic dust including harmful particles such as silica and asbestos has a profound impact on the lungs. Although air quality often takes a backseat to …

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6 Ways to Keep Your Construction Crew Healthy

WebEncourage workers to keep a refillable water bottle nearby at all times and provide a water cooler where they can fill up during their shift. Try not to keep coffee …

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New Technologies that Protect Construction Workers

WebRMIT University in Melbourne, Australia has also developed a new smart safety vest that uses sensors to measure a construction worker's body temperature and …

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Are Health Reimbursement Plans a Better Option for Small …

WebSmall construction companies gave an average monthly allowance of $507 per employee in 2016, across all states and family sizes – a 29% increase since 2015.

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How to Keep Workers Safe on Construction Sites

WebProvide safe tools and equipment and maintain them to the best possible standard. Ensure accurate warnings are in place to highlight potential hazards to …

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Construction Jobsite Safety and Infection Control

WebInfection control is a two-sided coin with clinical on one and construction on the other. The clinical side protects patients and has national standards. These …

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Why and How to Write an Effective Construction Safety Plan

WebEvery safety plan should be a living document that can be easily adapted to the specific safety and contractual needs of each project. The larger and more complex …

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How Data From Construction Wearables Can Benefit Your …

WebSmart, wearable technology on construction sites can increase productivity, prevent injury and keep workers aware of situational hazards and their health, and 83% …

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The Importance of a Written Safety Plan For Construction Pros

WebThe Importance of a Written Safety Plan. Having a written safety plan helps prevent accidents before they happen but may also provide legal protection if accidents …

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Top 10 OSHA Violations of 2020 For Construction Pros

WebThis includes using guardrails or a fall arrest system for work that is more than 10 feet above lower levels. 4. Lockout/Tagout. The Control of Hazardous Energy …

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Construction’s Silent Crisis: Mental Health For Construction Pros

WebPaving the Way Toward a Safer Industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ report on occupational injuries, fatalities increased 7.7% and suicides …

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CONEXPO Launches Mental Health Online Resource

WebWith the backdrop of May as Mental Health Awareness month, the new initiative focuses on creating a supportive community. CONEXPO-CON/AGG said it is …

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Is Technology the Answer to the Construction Industry’s Injury and

WebTechnology options for the construction industry have evolved at a rapid pace over the past decade. Virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, big data …

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Understanding the Dangers of Hydraulic Systems First Hand

WebHydraulic fluid can quickly destroy tissue, leading to gangrene and the need to amputate (as occurs in nearly half of all instances). Yet, simply rushing the injured …

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Forklift Lithium Battery Safety For Construction Pros

WebForklift battery safety is a critical concern in industrial environments and adhering to the guidelines set forth by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health …

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Millions Injured at Work in 2022

WebThe U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics ( BLS) released a new report estimating that 2.8 million serious workplace injuries and illnesses in 2022, a 7.5% increase from …

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