Each year, the first Monday of September marks the Labor Day holiday, generally thought of as the unofficial end to the summer season. But the true meaning of Labor Day is often overlooked – according the U.S. Department of Labor,...
OSHA’s Focus Four: What You Should Know
In the past few years, OSHA has concentrated efforts around highlighting four specific safety areas where the construction industry can improve its recognition, evaluation, and control. These “Focus Four” area include falls, caught-in or -between, struck by an object, and...
Tips for Staying Safe on Site During a Thunderstorm
It’s always important to remember safety best practices when you’re working on the jobsite – and that includes thinking about how to adapt in cases of inclement weather, such as strong winds, heavy rains, and lightning strikes. OSHA provides a...
Safety Training 101: 6 Dynamic Stretches to Warm Up for the Workday
Construction workers know better than anyone that a day on the job is hard work and requires a great deal of physical strength and movement. Just as athletes take the time to stretch before a workout to protect against muscle...
Protecting Your Hearing from Job Site Noise
When you’re working in construction, it’s not uncommon to be around loud noises created by equipment that you or your coworkers may be using. However, there are simple steps you can take now to greatly minimize hearing-related risks down the...