Rearview Cameras

By Gary Manske Construction Safety Week (May) and National Safety Month (June) have many companies thinking about how to improve safety on the jobsite. While...

Extreme Heat: Are You Prepared for Summer Work?

The approach of summer is a reminder to us all of the need to recognize, and act to prevent, the harmful effects of excessive...
ladders

The Right Extension

In 2008, the CPSC estimated that more than 500,000 people were injured while using a ladder or stepstool. In 2010, the estimate rose to...

WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION: Safe Kit

Safe Kit CEO Euricka Alugas’ dedication to service has always been the driving force behind her vision. She founded Safe Kit, a 100-percent woman-owned...

20-Foot Working Radius

In a recent ACT article, John Schoppert discussed the most common OSHA citations under the new Crane & Derrick standard: Failure to ensure Signalperson...
Safe and Sound

OSHA’s “Safe and Sound” campaign assists employers in keeping workplaces...

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration launched its “Safe and Sound Campaign” recently, calling on employers to review their safety...

Digital Tool Adoption

If you’ve been in the industry long enough, you’ll notice a trend in the average age of its code professionals. A report released in...

Stadium Builds

At stadiums across the country, first responders including police, fire, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) depend on reliable two-way radio communication when lives and...

LED Technology

For hazard/warning strobe lights To ensure the visibility and safety of everyone on the road, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) mandates that vehicles such...

The Four E’s of a SMART Safety Culture

What is the best way to reduce accidents in the workplace? According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), developing a strong safety...