Construction Industry Safety and Health - Articles - Page 24

Magid joins renowned heat safety experts from the Korey Stringer Institute and MISSION to share strategies for industrial heat safety

July 6, 2021

Every day in the United States, 11 workers are seriously injured or die from a 100% preventable injury—heat stress. The World Bank estimates that annual US heat-induced labor productivity losses were over $76 billion in 2010 and are on track to exceed a whopping $584 billion by 2030!

Mental health training can benefit construction workers

Evelyn Long

July 1, 2021

On the average construction site, safety is at the forefront of everyone’s mind. Rules, OSHA regulations, and standard operating procedures control how crews go about their days. While physical safety is essential, what is often overlooked in heavy industries is the weight of mental health challenges.

FR fabrics that prioritize breathability are essential for warmer months

Andrew Child Ph.D

June 30, 2021

With the summer months right around the corner and temperatures warming up around the US, workers in a variety of industries are making adjustments to their personal protective apparel kit.

Falls still leading cause of death in construction industry

Derick Plowden

June 30, 2021

It’s no secret that falls are the leading cause of death in the construction industry. It’s critical you emphasize and address fall hazards on your worksite.

Safety Talk

Cut confusion over confined space

Remember if there’s a possibility it can kill you, it likely needs a permit

Randy DeVaul

June 30, 2021

There are only two programs that I believe require repeated discussions because failure to do things right in either of them can lead to death. Those programs are LOTO and Confined Space Entry.

A trainer for the industrial athlete

Sports trainer brings his expertise to construction, manufacturing, first responders and utilities industries, where physically demanding work takes a toll

Taylor Newlove-Chimes MPH, RDN, LD, CHES

June 10, 2021

Brandon Sipes isn’t your normal, run-of-the-mill athletic trainer. He has all the necessary credentials to be a Board Certified Athletic Trainer, including an advanced degree in kinesiology and exercise science. But Brandon is employed by a healthcare company to look after the workforces in fields such as construction, manufacturing, first responders and utilities, whose employees complete physically demanding work on a daily basis.

Heat hazards can be deadly

Technology helps protect against powerful summer sun

M.B. Sutherland

June 2, 2021

Most companies employ measures to mitigate heat stress on the job. These may include hydration, lighter clothing and PPE, more frequent breaks, and monitoring urine color. And while all of these are important, the truth is that these measures alone won’t cool down a body that has begun to overheat.

How to improve construction efficiency with temporary power sources

Evelyn Long

May 27, 2021

Maintaining a high level of construction efficiency makes it easier for contractors to stay on schedule and under budget. It’s simple to envision how a power outage could halt work and cause other complications, such as increasing workers’ risk of injury.

PRO Builder and PRO Tech Lite: A new era of outdoor work protection

May 21, 2021

Da Brim releases revolutionary line of helmet brims that offer a safe solution to sun and heat protection.

A new approach to contain harmful noise

Kyle Justice

May 13, 2021

Loud noises from machinery, tools and assembly processes are an inherent part of many industrial workplaces. However, neither the short- nor long-term consequences of prolonged noise exposure are something employees should accept.