Safety Degrees
Safety is a significant concern at construction sites around the world. According to the International Labor Organization, roughly 30% of all occupational fatal injuries...
Creating a Culture of Safety
By Brian Kagen
Since January 1, 2017, OSHA has closed more than 90 Federal and State investigations into workplace fatalities relating to ladder use, primarily...
You May Never Feel a Thing
Portland cement, specifically when wet, is a caustic and abrasive substance found in building materials, such as concrete, mortar, plaster, grout, stucco, and terrazzo....
Maneuverability Value
According to the National Safety Council, fatigued worker productivity costs USA employers between $1,200 and $3,100 every year. In the construction industry, which places...
Work Zone Safety
By Donna Campbell
Watch for the orange barrels and signs of construction in progress as you navigate during the summer months; it’s a matter of...
J. J. Keller Launches VR Safety Training
J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. has announced the release of virtual reality training, now available in its online training solution. Accessible with a...
Myths & Misconceptions of Fall Protection
Falls are the leading cause of injury and death in work-related accidents. When a fall hazard exists, fall protection equipment is necessary to protect...
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...
How the OSHA Silica Standard Challenged Manufacturers to Push Innovation
September 23 marked a year since the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) sought to bring worker protections into the forefront by starting to...
Construction Opioid Epidemic: 2016 Outlook on Managing Risks
The construction market is one of the leading industries requiring lifting, pulling, tugging, and the operation of heavy machinery and equipment. That’s why it’s...