Category: safety
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ARTBA Responds to OSHA’s Proposed Heat Safety Rule
As the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) continues developing its proposed federal standard to address heat-related illness and injury in the workplace, the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) has submitted detailed written responses outlining the transportation construction industry’s perspective on how such a rule should be structured. I’ve written previously about state-level…
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When Safety Tech Backfires: Why Over-Engineered Systems Can Put Construction Workers at Risk
Busy constructions sites are a gauntlet. In any given shift, workers may have to navigate between excavators swinging loads, delivery trucks reversing into tight spaces and forklifts moving heavy pallet loads back and forth. In these high stakes environments, safety systems are deployed with the very best of intentions – preventing collisions, protecting pedestrians and…
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IIBEC’s CBECxP Certification Earns ANAB Accreditation
The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is proud to announce that its Certified Building Enclosure Commissioning Provider (CBECxP) certification program has been accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under the international standard ISO/IEC 17024.This prestigious accreditation confirms that the CBECxP program meets rigorous requirements for fairness, impartiality, and competency-based assessment. ANAB…
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Is Construction Finally Becoming a Tech Industry?
Artificial intelligence offers exceptional potential for the construction industry. It can help construction companies make more informed decisions, improve efficiency, increase safety, minimize risk, reduce costs and many other valuable benefits. Yet although nearly two-thirds of construction managers believe that their industry is “keeping pace with tech awareness,” other studies show that 65% of them report…
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Ford Wyoming Center Named 2025 Snow Guards Contest Runner-Up
After installing more than a half mile of snow retention materials to the metal roof on the Ford Wyoming Center, Gem City Roofing can celebrate. Not only have they made the community center a safer structure, they’ve also won a Runner Up Prize in the commercial category of the 2025 “Show Us Our Snow Guards” Contest for their…
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Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Wind Industry Safety
Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing sectors in renewable power. With thousands of new turbines built every year, the demand for skilled workers has never been higher. What many people do not realize is how unique and complex the safety challenges are in this industry. Working hundreds of feet above the ground, often in…
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PAC Strapping Showcases High-Performance Polyester Solutions
PAC Strapping Products, a leader in the strapping and packaging industry, highlights its High Performance Polyester Strapping, a consistent, high-quality product for the toughest strapping applications in the building materials industry. PAC High Performance Polyester Strapping combines the strength of steel strapping with the safety and economy of plastic to maximize performance, resulting in a more secure…
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Evolution of Personal Protective Equipment through the Years
The term PPE or Personal Protective Equipment is the modern umbrella term for workwear or devices which make work or tasks less hazardous. This concept dates to ancient times where, originally, activities including construction or gardening were well placed to benefit from a forward-thinking approach to employment. This period saw the rise of PPE even…
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How Waterproof Wire Connectors Boost Outdoor Safety
When working on outdoor electrical projects, the integrity of your connections is paramount. Standard wire nuts, while effective indoors, can quickly become a weak point when exposed to the elements. This is where waterproof wire nuts step in, offering a vital layer of protection. They are specifically designed to prevent moisture from reaching the delicate…
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Gateway 2 bottleneck set to be clear by January
The Building Safety Regulator (BSR) has released its October update on Gateway 2 building approval applications. In the report, BSR confirmed that it will work through the backlog of applications by January 2026. The BSR’s newly-established innovation unit (IU) now handles 27 of the new‑build applications – comprising 6,192 housing units – and is achieving the mandated 12‑week…