Construction Safety

Construction workers wearing hard hats and safety vests in dusty industrial site, demonstrating workplace safety protocols

Construction Fire Risks Rise When Permanent Protection Is Offline

Temporary fire detection, wireless alarms and evolving safety plans help contractors protect workers, equipment and schedules throughout construction.

Three pairs of protective safety glasses with clear lenses in gray and black frames

Brass Knuckle Introduces Transformer Safety Glasses

November 10, 2026

Lady Justice statue wearing orange hard hat and safety vest, holding brass scales against blue sky

Construction Employers Must Post Physician Panels Prominently, Not Just Accessibly, Court Rules

October 27, 2026

Person using laptop with holographic data management interface displaying files, charts, and mobile device icons

Cybersecurity Risks That Can Derail Construction Projects

October 25, 2026

Bright orange safety hard hat surrounded by dried autumn leaves on weathered wood

Construction Crews Prepare for Fall Weather and Jobsite Conditions

October 23, 2026

Close-up of tan and black tactical work gloves with textured grip pattern worn during hands-on task

Ergodyne Adds Three ProFlex Impact-Resistant Leather Gloves

October 23, 2026

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LIVTX vehicle camera monitoring system with multi-view display screen and black control unit on blue background

Lytx Launches 360-Degree Camera System for Fleets

Orange and black work boots with safety gear arranged in a truck bed

KEEN Utility Adds Two New Liberty Work Boots

MotionOps Acquires Emitto to Expand Field Service Communications

Vehicle reversing camera system display showing multi-angle parking assistance with yellow 'Watch FCP' badge

How Brigade Electronics Front Load View Enhances Operator Awareness | Watch FCP

Labor & Workforce Development

The Skilled Labor Shortage Is Creating New Jobsite Safety Challenges

Skilled labor shortages are putting construction jobsite safety at risk. AI could help contractors connect qualified workers with projects faster.

Construction workers in safety vests holding yellow, blue, and white hard hats during a team meeting

Hard Hats & Headwear

STUDSON Unveils SHK-2 Safety Helmet with KOROYD Interior

The Type II helmet replaces EPS foam with KOROYD material and adds airflow pathways designed to aid in cooling.

White Studson protective climbing helmet with neon green interior padding and black straps

Personal Protection Equipment

ISEA Updates Head Protection Requirements

International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA)

The revised standard maintains existing Type and Class classifications while adding optional criteria for retention, chin straps and multidirectional impact protection.

Orange safety hard hat with reflective stripes and protective goggles on a tire at a construction site

Trench Shoring & Shielding

Shoring vs. Shielding: Choosing the Right Trench Protective System

United Rentals Inc.

Taking the time to match the protective system to the excavation isn't just a compliance requirement, it's one of the most effective ways to prevent injuries and fatalities on the jobsite.

Industrial construction site with yellow hydraulic cylinders mounted on steel scaffolding and concrete walls

Boots & Footwear

Georgia Boot Adds Waterproof TrailPoint Hiker Work Boot

The TrailPoint Hiker combines full-grain leather, a TPU Rock Guard and slip-resistant rubber outsole with lightweight construction for jobsites and uneven terrain.

Three brown and black hiking boots with lace-up design and cushioned soles displayed in product view and outdoor terrain setting

Construction Safety Technology

EQSS Introduces UpWatch Secondary Guarding System

Equipment Safety Systems Pty Ltd (EQSS)

The LiDAR-based system is designed for low-level access and PAV platforms, detecting potential crush and entrapment hazards across mixed equipment fleets.

EOS sensor device mounted on industrial equipment with orange machinery visible in background

Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Mental Health Is a Safety Issue, Too | Watch FCP

Hard Hat Courage

Mental health is a growing safety concern in construction. This Watch FCP short highlights warning signs and ways contractors can support workers.

Phone displaying 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number with text overlay about construction and mental health awareness

Trenching Attachments

Blue Diamond Adds Extreme Duty Road Saws to Attachment Lineup

Blue Diamond Attachments

The road saws cut asphalt, concrete and rock to depths of up to 24 inches, with hydraulic depth adjustment and side shift capabilities.

Blue construction equipment including excavator and skid steer loaders positioned at a dirt job site with trees in background

Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Suicide Prevention: Turning Awareness into Action | Watch FCP

The Wounded Workforce

Stephanie Lemek of The Wounded Workforce discusses suicide prevention in construction, jobsite mental health and practical ways contractors can support workers.

Construction worker in safety vest sitting against concrete wall with 'Watch FCP' badge overlay

Injury & Risk Prevention

Work Zone Technology Must Support, Not Replace, Workers

AFADs, rumble strips and video technology can improve work zone safety when strategically deployed alongside trained traffic control professionals.

Construction worker in safety gear holding an orange SLOW traffic sign against blue sky

Training & Education

Construction Delays Often Start Before Electrical Work Begins

Arrow Electric, Inc.

Late design changes, coordination clashes, long-lead equipment and sequencing issues can derail electrical work. Use these project management checkpoints to limit rework and delays.

Construction workers in safety vests installing large cables on a roofing structure with green landscape background

Boots & Footwear

Concrete Crews Need More Than Cushioned Work Boots

Boot construction, footbed support and rotation can affect work boot durability and comfort on concrete jobsites. See what contractors should prioritize.

Two footprints pressed into wet concrete or asphalt surface

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