Irregular work hours in construction: Potential long-term risks for workers
Long work hours and hard labor in construction increase the risk of long-term health consequences like dementia, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.
Safety
Building on empty: The dangers of sleep deprivation in construction
Sleep deprivation can impact your health and work performance, especially in high-risk industries like construction.
Ontario’s Sixth Working for Workers Act: A game-changer for workplace rights
Ontario’s Sixth Working for Workers Act aims to enhance workplace rights, improve safety, and address industry challenges
Free silica control tool protects Ontario construction workers from dangerous exposure
OHCOW’s free Silica Control Tool protects workers from silica exposure. It is easy to use and offers tailored solutions for safer worksites.
Keep workers safe and productive with these cold weather tips
Removing ice, dressing warmly, pre-warming tools, and creating heated break areas can improve worker safety during winter months.
How to maintain safe work sites amid labor shortages
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
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
Falls account for 33.5% of construction deaths. Implementing proper safety measures on worksites can reduce falls and other injuries.
2025 top construction tech companies for safety
Top safety tech companies like Salus, E-Mod, and Hammertech are transforming construction safety with cutting-edge solutions and scalable innovation.
Strategies to boost construction worker safety on roadways
Boost construction worker safety on roadways with speed management strategies like automated penalties and stricter driving laws.
Fatigue and safety in construction: How to combat workplace exhaustion
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…
Under the Hard Hat’s 12 days of safety
Safety doesn't stop, even during the holiday season. Here are some of the best tips and tricks to stay safe and healthy on the job.
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