Dust collection matters

Done and Dusted

Dust collection matters In outer space, cosmic dust is widely present across the galaxy. Originally, it was an annoyance to astronomers—it obstructed the objects they...

Safe Delivery and Handling of DEF

how to ensure clean, quality diesel exhaust fluid By John Cleary There’s no denying that Tier IV regulations have begun to impact the equipment...
disinfecting truck door

Terex Utilities Releases Tech Tip for Disinfecting Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks

The need for frequent and thorough disinfecting of work trucks like aerial devices and digger derricks is a new task for service managers. In...

Jobsite Injuries

In a recent analysis of Travelers’ workers’ compensation data over a 5-year period (2015-2019), we found that almost half—48%—of all construction workers’ compensation claims...
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...

Invest in Safety: Part 1 of 2

When Paul O’Neill started as the Alcoa CEO in 1987, the aluminum manufacturing giant was in trouble. Several of its recent product launches had...

New Orthotics with Adjustable Arch Lifting Technology Support Workforce Health

Culminating several years of research and development, Alliance Design & Development Group (ADDG) has pioneered the first and only orthotics with adjustable arch technology....

Competent Ladder Inspectors: A Must-Have for the Jobsite

How should we inspect our ladders? And who should do it”? These are a couple of the most common questions heard at ladder safety...

OSHA and the Roofing Industry: Fall Protection

Complying with applicable OSHA standards for safety By Michael Rubin, CSP and Kelly O’Connor The duty to have fall protection in construction (OSHA section 1926.501) regularly...