Construction workers are dying from suicide at an alarming rate
The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates among professions, with an estimated 6,000 construction workers dying by suicide in 2022.
Safety
Worker receives $900k settlement for busted hip
Allowing hazardous construction site conditions ruined a young union operating engineer’s hip, damaging his livelihood, and cost those he sued $919,000 for injuries.
Families of workers killed, injured at U of Chicago Hospital sue
Families of one ironworker killed, and another injured due to falls suffered in high winds on a Chicago construction site are suing two defendants for…
NTSB preliminary report on Youngstown explosion released
The NTSB’s preliminary report on the fatal gas explosion in Youngstown answered some questions regarding the blast that killed one and injured nine others.
140k contract led to gas explosion killing 1, injuring 7
A small-dollar contract to remove and relocate utility lines in Youngstown led to a fatal gas explosion. The incident is currently under investigation by NTSB.
Fern Hollow Bridge lawsuits target Pittsburgh and three engineering firms
Survivors of the Fern Hollow Bridge collapse are suing three prominent engineering firms and the city of Pittsburgh for negligence.
Fire safety for construction sites
Fire safety in the construction industry involves proper fire training, regular safety meetings, fire safety procedures, situational awareness, and learning from mistakes.
OSHA rule change on employee representation is effective May 31
A controversial rule change allowing a non-employee to represent employees during an OSHA walkthrough investigation takes effect May 31.
Work paused after piece of metal falls at Boston worksite
Work has halted at Boston’s South Station construction site after a steel concrete form fell more than 20 stories, damaging windows but causing no injuries.
ESA Powerline Safety Week is approaching
Powerline Safety Week is May 13-18. Workers can stay safe by identifying powerlines, staying 3 meters away from overhead powerlines, and staying alert.
Fall safety violators targeted by OSHA
OSHA has cracked down on fall safety violators and is taking contractors to task over safety violations, sometimes even forcing compliance.
Emerging risks outlined in survey
A report from HKA highlights the state of construction disputes around the world—most of which are completely preventable.
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