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Updates on fall protection, PPE, regulations and best practices for construction safety.

]]> https://www.ishn.com/rss/2193-safety-in-the-construction-industry en-us Heat Illness Prevention Begins Long Before Temperatures Rise In construction, manufacturing, and other high-exertion industries, heat exposure is predictable, measurable, and something we see season after season. Yet many heat illness prevention efforts still focus primarily on what happens during the work shift.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115370 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115370-heat-illness-prevention-begins-long-before-temperatures-rise NFPA 800 Set to Redefine Lithium-Ion Battery Safety as Construction Industry Faces Rising Fire Risk RAMTECH has warned that the imminent release of the NFPA new Battery Safety Code (NFPA 800) underscores the growing fire risk associated with lithium-ion batteries across construction and infrastructure sectors.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115343 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:11:07 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115343-nfpa-800-set-to-redefine-lithium-ion-battery-safety-as-construction-industry-faces-rising-fire-risk OSHA Cites Construction Contractor With 7 Willful, 33 Repeat Violations After Fatal Trench Collapse Workers from Revoli Construction Co. Inc. of Massachusetts were removing sandy soil and installing steel plates outside of a trench.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115240 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:19:20 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115240-osha-cites-construction-contractor-with-7-willful-33-repeat-violations-after-fatal-trench-collapse BCSP and NCCER Partnership Strengthens Construction Safety and Career Pathways BCSP and NCCER have partnered to connect BCSP’s safety credentialing expertise with NCCER’s workforce development programs. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115228 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:17:25 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115228-bcsp-and-nccer-partnership-strengthens-construction-safety-and-career-pathways Digital Twins for Worker Protection New technology is making safety management more feasible, shifting the focus from hazard response to proactive hazard elimination

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115186 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:58:18 -0500 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115186-digital-twins-for-worker-protection The Top 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in America: Is Yours on the List? Every 104 minutes, an American worker loses their life on the job, according to the most recent data released February 19, 2026, by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115161 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115161-the-top-10-most-dangerous-jobs-in-america-is-yours-on-the-list Brass Knuckle SmartCut Touch Screen Gloves Today’s construction site isn’t just full of the usual power tools and heavy equipment; you’ll also find plenty of touch screen tablets and laptops.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115151 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:55:33 -0500 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115151-brass-knuckle-smartcut-touch-screen-gloves PODCAST | Closing the Critical Gap in Construction Safety Reporting While the construction industry has dramatically reduced its total recordable incident rate over the last 30 years, fatality rates have remained flat for the past 15-20 years.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115087 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:00:39 -0500 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115087-podcast-closing-the-critical-gap-in-construction-safety-reporting How Tech is Transforming Construction and Manufacturing Jobs From 'Dull and Dirty' To Digital and In-Demand Both industries are shedding old stigmas by integrating advanced technology, creating a need for skilled technicians, and prioritizing worker wellness to attract the next generation of talent.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115061 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115061-how-tech-is-transforming-construction-and-manufacturing-jobs-from-dull-and-dirty-to-digital-and-in-demand 8 Practices that Reliably Increase Construction Safety Incorporating the following eight practices into your safety program can improve outcomes on fast-paced projects, support the safety of less experienced workers and mitigate risks to workers’ health.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115040 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:26:39 -0500 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115040-8-practices-that-reliably-increase-construction-safety Mental Health Stigma Continues to Shame Construction Industry Workers More than a third of construction workers say they have missed work due to mental health concerns within the past 12 months, 4 percentage points higher than in 2024 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/115001 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:30:48 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/115001-mental-health-stigma-continues-to-shame-construction-industry-workers Research-Driven Helmet Technology Reducing Head Injuries Swedish company developed helmet technology with research from a neurosurgeon and biomechanical engineers.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114991 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114991-research-driven-helmet-technology-reducing-head-injuries Boundary Monitoring for Construction Sites Keeps Hazards Away and Fines Down Fenceline is a vital tool that can identify environmental noise pollution, dangerous air pollutants and job-site hazards that may harm the public.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114974 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114974-boundary-monitoring-for-construction-sites-keeps-hazards-away-and-fines-down How to Conduct a Harness Safety Drill A refresher on the essentials of inspecting fall safety harnesses to help ensure you and your team go home safely at the end of the day.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114971 Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114971-how-to-conduct-a-harness-safety-drill Why the Construction Industry Needs Stronger Legionella Protection Legionella is already a global public health concern and infection rates in the United States continue to climb at an alarming pace.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114972 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:55:12 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114972-why-the-construction-industry-needs-stronger-legionella-protection Next-Generation Technology for Safer Equipment Operations Human error by adopting next-generation technologies can ensure safety in transportation, agriculture, construction, and mining.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114954 Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114954-next-generation-technology-for-safer-equipment-operations How Construction Leaders Can Reduce the Stigma of Mental Health Training Surface-level gestures — a flyer on the wall, a once-a-year mental health week — may raise awareness, but they don’t create lasting change.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114948 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:14:15 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114948-how-construction-leaders-can-reduce-the-stigma-of-mental-health-training Digging Deeper: Why Trench Safety Needs to Be a Top Priority Trenching work remains one of construction's most lethal activities, yet its dangers are often underestimated.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114917 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114917-digging-deeper-why-trench-safety-needs-to-be-a-top-priority Next-Generation Rope Access: Innovations in Fall Protection Systems The newest generation of fall protection and rope access systems has become unrecognizable from their mountaineering and rock-climbing origins.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114887 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:00:37 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114887-next-generation-rope-access-innovations-in-fall-protection-systems Making Contractor Safety Stick: What Works Across Job Sites  Too often, safety protocols break down in the gray space between “approved” and “accountable.” 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114867 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 15:16:17 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114867-making-contractor-safety-stick-what-works-across-job-sites How Crowded Job Sites Affect Safety in Industrial Work Environments Maintaining a safe work environment in high-density job sites requires proactive planning, communication, and design considerations.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114862 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 11:46:25 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114862-how-crowded-job-sites-affect-safety-in-industrial-work-environments New Study: 4 in 5 Americans Have Experienced Heat Exhaustion Symptoms, Ergodyne Finds Project H.E.A.T. partners with Cry Baby Craig’s Hot Sauce to provide heat safety education to workers amid deregulation and record-breaking heat wave.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114820 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:51:14 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114820-new-study-4-in-5-americans-have-experienced-heat-exhaustion-symptoms-ergodyne-finds J. J. Keller, ASSP Seek Input for Collaborative Study of Construction Industry Safety The study survey is open to those in the construction industry and related trades through Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114802 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:41:41 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114802-j-j-keller-assp-seek-input-for-collaborative-study-of-construction-industry-safety It’s the Culture, Silly: Why Our Best Safety Policy Wasn’t a Policy at All If your construction team doesn't believe in the safety culture behind your policies, it won’t matter.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114783 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114783-its-the-culture-silly-why-our-best-safety-policy-wasnt-a-policy-at-all New OSHA Rule Clarifies Fit Requirements for PPE Employers now face stricter requirements for providing a range of PPE sizes and ensuring a proper fit, or risk significant penalties.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114782 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114782-new-osha-rule-clarifies-fit-requirements-for-ppe Proactive Fall Protection Programs Will Prevent Falls & Prevent Tragedies Among causes of injury and fatality in the workplace, falls are one of the most dangerous hazards workers can experience.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114781 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114781-proactive-fall-protection-programs-will-prevent-falls-and-prevent-tragedies The Effect of Mindfulness in Construction Communication peter.furst@gmail.com (Peter G. Furst) Common construction practices pose various challenges to productive and safe operations and the prevention of worker injuries.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114774 Thu, 12 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114774-the-effect-of-mindfulness-in-construction-communication Werner Hosting 750 Trainings Nationwide in Support of OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down Aimed at safety leaders and construction professionals, these voluntary training events raise education and awareness about preventing falls in construction and reinforcing the importance of fall protection.

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114729 Wed, 07 May 2025 13:08:16 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114729-werner-hosting-750-trainings-nationwide-in-support-of-oshas-national-safety-stand-down Construction Safety in 2025: Trends, Statistics & Best Practices The purpose of Construction Safety Week, May 5-9, is to raise awareness of construction safety by presenting a range of incident scenarios and providing advice on how to stay safe while working. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114721 Mon, 05 May 2025 12:37:28 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114721-construction-safety-in-2025-trends-statistics-and-best-practices Blueprint to Boardroom: How MBA Skills Accelerate Leadership in Construction Projects Construction has changed. Today's projects are similar to large businesses, with coordination going beyond site activity to legal compliance, supply chain management, data analysis, and sustainability goals. 

]]> http://www.ishn.com/articles/114715 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:13:49 -0400 https://www.ishn.com/articles/114715-blueprint-to-boardroom-how-mba-skills-accelerate-leadership-in-construction-projects