Remote Control Welding Technologies Part II
In last month’s issue, remote control benefits and the technology available for Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) were...
Essential Tips for Working on Sites in Winter
Winter may be on its way, but work never stops. On a construction site, winter doesn't just bring frost—it brings a whole host of...
Eliminating the Fatal Four
Back in October 2016, OSHA released a preliminary list of the 10 most frequently cited safety and health violations for the fiscal year. The...
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...
It’s National Ladder Safety Month
Insight from the American Ladder Institute
Every year, more than 300 people die in ladder-related accidents and thousands suffer disabling injuries. The American Ladder Institute...
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...
Blame vs. Protection
Last year, more than 32,000 people lost their lives in motor vehicle accidents. Hundreds of thousands more were involved in accidents. In highway construction...
Setting the Standard
There are several regulatory standards mandating the use and testing of in-service rubber insulating equipment to protect workers from electrical hazards. Regardless of the...
OSHA Citations and Powerlines | A 20 foot Working Radius
Correlation between power line contact and OSHA Citations
The most common OSHA citations under the new Crane & Derrick standard: failure to ensure signalperson is...
Guidelines for Helmet Selection
Choosing the right helmet can be a daunting task. Helmets differ in style, price point, compliance with standards, and manufacturer’s claims of improved protection.
Selecting...