OSHA Top Four Construction Hazards

August 30, 2012

The top four causes of construction fatalities are: falls, struck-by, caught-in/between and
e.lectrocutions. Here are OSHA tips to prevent injuries and deaths caused by these four hazards.

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Boosts Construction Equipment Investment and Tax Relief

Caterpillar Unveils Next Generation of Articulated Trucks

Training & Education

Why Training and Maintenance Are Critical for Roadside Crash Cushions and Safety Systems

TrafFix Devices

Crash cushions protect motorists and workers, but only when properly installed and maintained. Training, evolving DOT standards and field-ready resources are key to ensuring roadway safety.

Traf Fix Training

Labor & Workforce Development

Nominations Open for For Construction Pros' PACER Award

This award recognizes construction pros on the jobsite and in the office for their accomplishments in shaping the construction industry. Applications close Oct. 10.

Construction News

Trimble Groundworks Integrates with Vermeer Pile Drivers for Solar Construction

Trimble Solutions USA

Trimble and Vermeer have integrated machine control into remote pile drivers to automate pile placement and improve solar farm productivity and safety.

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Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Industry Confronts Opioid Crisis and Mental Health Challenges

The industry is taking steps to address opioid addiction, provide Narcan training and expand mental health support on jobsites to combat worker struggles.

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Keith Sitzman

Keith Sitzman is the VP of Operations for Skanska.

Sitzman Keith

Labor & Workforce Development

Survey Finds Foot Pain Common Among Construction Workers

A new survey shows 44% of Americans report chronic foot pain, with construction, healthcare and retail workers among the most affected industries.

Foot Pain

Fleet Maintenance

Nauto Rolls Out AI Fleet Safety, Compliance and Camera Updates

Nauto is releasing new AI-powered fleet safety updates in September, including smarter risk detection, FMCSA compliance tools and expanded camera hardware options.

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Construction Safety

National Tradesman Day: Linxup Releases Fleet Safety Guide for Skilled Trades

Linxup published a fleet safety guide for tradespeople, outlining steps to reduce risk, build driver trust and create effective safety programs.

Linxup

Construction Technology

Serge Johnson

Labor & Workforce Development

The Dangers of the 'Accidental Project Manager' in Construction

In construction, project managers are often treated as interchangeable, but assigning untrained individuals can put budgets, timelines and quality at risk.

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Labor & Workforce Development

National Recovery Month: Tackling Addiction and Mental Health in Construction

Construction workers face higher rates of substance use and overdose than most industries. Dr. Nzinga Harrison shares insights on how injuries, stigma and culture contribute — and how workplaces can lead the way in recovery support.

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Ergodyne Expands Hi-Vis Gear Line with New Safety Accessories

Ergodyne has added hi-vis vests, bands and strap covers to its safety gear lineup, aiming to reduce struck-by incidents on jobsites and beyond.

Ergodyne

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