Safety & Security

Katie Chimelewski has been named director of safety and certification for ARTBA

ARTBA Names Director of Safety, Certification

Hand injuries in bolting are far too commonplace in heavy industry, but they can be avoided entirely by removing the pinch point—where hands and fingers are placed in harm’s way—through eliminating the use of a reaction arm and backup wrench while performing bolting work.

Use Technology to Eliminate Bolting Pinch Points and Protect Hands

Stock photo shows men on scaffolding.

OSHA Cites Demolition Firm in Fatal Falls

Fatality rate among small firms is trending upward

Fatality Rate Increases for Small Construction Firms

A technician uses fall protection while working above ground level.

Shop Safety: It’s in the Conversation

Creating a culture of safety can be difficult and take time, but sometimes the key is simply finding the right way to start. Here are five important elements that must be present to establish a safety and health program, courtesy of JLG.

Five Tips for Starting a Safety Program

Drilling into concrete can expose workers to silica dust from sand and rock, which can damage the lungs if inhaled. Drilling also exposes workers to hand vibration and noise at levels well above recommended limits.

Two NIOSH-funded Studies Tell How to Reduce Hazards from Concrete Drilling

Worker glove.

Match PPE to Tasks to Decrease Incidents, Injury

The use of radio-controlled cranes shows promise for enhancing lifting safety.

Remote-controlled Lifting Can Boost Crane Safety

Tools to Manage Driver Behavior

Video explains Dolese road to aafety

Video Explains Dolese Road to Safety