Category: Construction Safety
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Why Serious Injury and Fatality Prevention Needs a New Strategy
Early in my career, I trained under the slogan, “Drive down frequency and you will drive down severity.” While this was a sincere and well-intended statement from leadership, it exemplifies an approach to addressing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs) in the workplace that has not produced the results we hoped for. National Safety Council /…
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Note These Key Snow Thrower Safety Tips Ahead of Winter Weather
Clearing snow from driveways, sidewalks and parking lots is a major task each winter, and safe operation of snow throwers remains essential. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is urging homeowners and business owners to prepare equipment early and follow basic safety practices before the next storm. OPEI President and CEO Kris Kiser says unpredictable…
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Samsara Safety Report Shows AI Reduces Construction Fleet Crashes
Samsara has released its Safety Report: Benchmarking the Future of Safety, a global analysis of 2,600 fleets based on anonymized data from approximately 20 trillion data points and billions of miles driven during the first 30 months of platform use. The report highlights that construction fleets face unique risks, with harsh events up 31% and…
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Supporting Injured Workers Boosts Recovery, Lowers Costs and Builds Stronger Teams
Injuries can disrupt jobsite momentum — pulling workers off projects, delaying timelines and putting pressure on margins. Research shows that employees who experience traumatic workplace injuries have higher rates of anxiety, depression and mental health concerns compared to those injured outside of work. Individuals who display early risk indicators — such as chronic pain or…
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The Science of Staying Warm: How to Keep Construction Crews Safe, Warm and Productive in Cold Weather
Every jobsite has its hazards, but few are as underestimated as the cold. It creeps in quietly, draining focus and energy — until workers learn how to fight it with purpose. Despite the serious risk cold conditions pose on the job, many crews continue to layer up haphazardly, grabbing whatever looks the warmest without understanding…
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The Science of Staying Warm: How to Keep Construction Crews Safe, Warm and Productive in Cold Weather
Every jobsite has its hazards, but few are as underestimated as the cold. It creeps in quietly, draining focus and energy — until workers learn how to fight it with purpose. Despite the serious risk cold conditions pose on the job, many crews continue to layer up haphazardly, grabbing whatever looks the warmest without understanding…
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Top Construction Insurance Pitfalls: How to Manage Risks, Claims and Coverage Gaps
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous professions in the country. In fact, in 2023, about 1 in 5 workplace deaths occurred in the construction industry and 38.5% of these deaths were due to falls, slips and trips. So, it’s no surprise that the impact on insuring the industry is complex, including claim…
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6 Must-Have Pieces of Cold-Weather Gear for Construction Crews This Winter
There are plenty of terms we all know when it comes to cold-weather hazards — hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot — but here’s one that doesn’t get as much attention: cold stress. According to the Centers for Disease Control, cold stress happens any time your body loses heat faster than it can make it. That can…
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OSHA’s 2025 Safety Rules Redefine Compliance and Recordkeeping in Construction
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in Asphalt, Business, Communication & Safety, Communications Equipment, Construction Safety, Construction Safety Systems, Construction Safety Technology, Construction Safety Training, Contractor’s Best Friend, Fall Protection, Featured, Pavement Maintenance, Product Categories, safety, Safety Equipment – Other, Technology and SoftwareConstruction remains one of the most hazardous industries in the United States, and OSHA’s 2025 regulations are raising the bar for safety compliance. With the industry still responsible for more than one in five workplace deaths, safety can no longer be treated as a background task. For contractors, safety managers and project leaders, keeping pace…
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Mastering Project Success: Integrating CPM Scheduling and Task Management in Construction
Every construction and engineering project, regardless of its scale, hinges on a single critical element: the schedule. It’s more than a timeline; it’s the multidimensional blueprint that guides every phase, from initial concept to final closeout. The success of the entire project rests on this foundational document. Given the escalating complexity of today’s projects, an…