Knowing the Risks
There are inherent risks in being a utility worker. To make sure those risks don’t become reality, utilities, and the contractors they hire, must...
Cordless Lighting
Historically the lighting space had corded solutions that lacked the durability and versatility needed on the jobsite. Milwaukee Tool saw an opportunity in the...
The Power of Illumination
The Halo Light™ is a patented 360-degree personal active safety system (PASS) from Illumagear that attaches to almost any hard hat and produces a...
Netting Systems
Construction managers, general contractors, and building owners are certainly familiar with safety netting systems and the reasons to install them, which include protecting workers...
Personal Fall Protection Systems for Aerial Work Platform Equipment
Most falls involving aerial work platform (AWP) equipment can be traced to operator error and/or improper use. Reasons for falls may include:
Occupant is not...
Illumination
To ensure safety and visibility on the jobsite, OSHA mandates that illumination in construction areas, ramps, runways, corridors, offices, shops, and storage areas while...
New Hires on the Rise in 2016: Fall Protection in...
According to a survey published in January 2016 by the Associated General Contractors of American and Sage Construction Real Estate, U.S. private and public...
Navigating the Blind Spot
Construction sites are usually teeming with a variety of vehicles, equipment, and workers. This means a lot of noise and activity. Over the years,...
Social Safety App
As businesses reopen and people head back to work, safety is a big concern. Employers are taking measures to keep their employees safe, including...
Critical Ventilation
The BILCO Company of New Haven, Connecticut, provided 93 smoke vents for the construction of a rocket manufacturing facility in Florida.
Smoke vents are a...