Construction site safety

Construction Safety Tips for 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic will continue to pose cross-contamination and exposure risks for the construction industry (indeed, every industry) for potentially years to come. Construction supervisors and owner/operators will need to provide education that defines new workplace safety standards for the remainder of 2020. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) has released its construction safety tips and …

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Understanding the Dangers of Silica Dust

Because silica dust is nearly ubiquitous on construction sites, it’s easy to underestimate the threat it poses. By practicing conscientious silica dust safety, though, you can greatly mitigate risks of exposure without slowing down your workflow. A Common, Yet Invisible Threat Silica, also called quartz, is found in many construction materials, including sand, many types …

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New York City Lifts Ban on Cranes

Following a fatal accident, the use of crawler cranes in New York City was placed under exceptionally strict regulations. These regulations quickly became unpopular with construction contractors and crane companies who found they provided little benefit. Now the regulations are set to be replaced. Tragedy Brings Stricter Regulations On February 5th, 2016, a nearly 600-foot …

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Maryland Seeks to Raise Safety Standards in Construction

Construction work is well-known as being a dangerous, potentially fatal occupation. In 2016, the state of Maryland is seeking to improve construction safety in an effort to benefit workers, managers, construction companies and building owners. Reforming Maryland’s Construction Industry A number of safety-related bills are under consideration during Maryland’s 2016 legislative session. One of the more …

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New “Smart Helmet” from Intel Promises to Make Construction Sites Safer

Your construction site safety depends in no small part on the safety equipment you choose. With advanced equipment like the new Daqri Smart Helmet, you’ll not only improve safety on your site, but also enjoy greater efficiency. Critical Data in Plain View One of the most powerful wearable augmented reality devices on the market, the …

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Staying Safe: The Top 10 OSHA Violations of 2015

Workplace safety and injury prevention is a consistently vital topic for construction company owners and managers. By studying information provided by the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), builders can learn where the top OSHA safety violations occur. At the 2015 National Safety Council Congress & Expo, a national gathering of safety experts, business …

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OSHA Focuses on Fall Protection as Part of Overall Construction Site Safety

Construction site safety is important at all levels in construction work, but especially critical where heights are involved. Building statistics provided by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reveal that in 2012, 279 worker fatalities and over 8,800 injuries resulted in falls and other accidents where height was a significant factor. That’s why the agency …

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