Safety & Security

More than 50 percent of reported underground utility damages are the result of insufficient excavation practices, according to Common Ground Alliance’s 2017 "Dirt Report."

HDD Safety Through Virtual Reality

Safety Kage 139-SK-01 features a four-point crane lift capability to enhance the mobility of the unit.

Knaack Safety Kage 139-SK01

The American Concrete Pumping Association has released new and updated safety materials.

New Safety Resources for Concrete Pumpers

https://www.safetyandhealthmagazine.com/articles/18010-chipping-crushing-exposes-construction-workers-to-high-levels-of-silica-dust-study-says

Study Says Certain Construction Jobs Worse Than Others for Silica Dust

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