Barriers and barricades are essential safety and security devices at construction sites, roads, and other public spaces. They are also quite effective as hazard signs for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic at different places. Concrete…
Read More
Despite being one of the most preventable causes of death for construction employees, falls from elevation continues to be the leading cause of construction fatalities. While the numbers continue to drop year after year, 366…
You’ve seen the flagging tape, stakes and paint markings in various places. Different colors, painted on asphalt, grass, and other surfaces, with all sorts of writing next to them. You’ve probably wondered what the different…
The Advantage of Surgical Face Masks Over Cloth Face Masks in the Construction Space Summary The increase in concern regarding infectious diseases in the workplace has been thrust into the spotlight. As safety directors, OSHA…
There are plenty of fluids sloshing around construction sites. From paint thinners, to antifreeze and gasoline utilized in heavy machinery, to caustic cleaning chemicals, there are a wide variety of liquids used over the course…
Every jobsite is complex, and has plenty of safety precautions that need to be kept in mind. Unfortunately, as much as we worry about traumatic injuries such as breaks, burns, and falls, we tend to…
Not every danger on the worksite is obvious. Many of them are task-related, and easy to focus in on. Others? Not so much. Insect-borne diseases are hard to nail down, as they don’t present…
While knowledge is the key to avoiding injuries on a jobsite, having the right personal protective equipment (PPE) is a pretty close second. While you can have all the know-how and awareness in the world,…
Protecting your airways is vital for your health and longevity. The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries when it comes to the potential to harm your airways. Research has shown that construction…
Concrete can be difficult to work with, even in the best weather. In cold weather, it needs more preparation, more attention, and special precautions come into play. But you can’t slow down and wait for…
