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Put your best foot forward with the right construction work boots
December 31, 2024
Quality footwear in the skilled trades offers essential protection, comfort, and support for foot health to reduce fatigue and joint pain.

How to maintain safe work sites amid labor shortages
December 30, 2024
Labor shortages can cause shortcuts and reduced supervision. Keep workers safe with regular safety briefings and leveraging tech.

The proper lifting technique that keeps construction workers safe
December 24, 2024
38% of workplace injuries are caused by improper lifting—protect your back and prevent injury by lifting with the legs, not the back.

Top 10 workplace safety hazards
December 23, 2024
Falls account for 33.5% of construction deaths. Implementing proper safety measures on worksites can reduce falls and other injuries.

Fatigue and safety in construction: How to combat workplace exhaustion
December 16, 2024
Fatigue is a major safety concern across many industries but is especially dangerous in high-risk environments like construction. Being overly tired impairs your ability to react quickly, process information, and make sound decisions. Studies show that workers suffering from fatigue are more prone to accidents, injuries, and productivity loss, making it crucial to address the…

Strategies to boost construction worker safety on roadways
December 16, 2024
Boost construction worker safety on roadways with speed management strategies like automated penalties and stricter driving laws.

Caterpillar’s “MindShift for Leaders” program shakes up traditional safety training
December 9, 2024
Caterpillar’s 5-session safety program is designed to assist companies in creating error-tolerant processes and reducing severe injuries.

Active teaching is the most effective safety training method
December 5, 2024
Active safety teaching involves demonstration and simulation, virtual and augmented reality, and discussion and gamification.

The 7 most common fall protection mistakes on the job (and how to fix them)
December 2, 2024
Fall protection mistakes, such as using worn-out equipment, not conducting a risk assessment, or improperly using your SRL, could cause injury or fatalities.

SCSA’s survey tool helping predict risks and prevent accidents
November 25, 2024
SCSA’s survey tool is helping construction sites predict risks and prevent accidents by improving communication and equipment access.