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Lifting Equipment

MEWP Accidents: Why can’t we eliminate them?

International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)

Professionals who work with mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) offer their take on why the industry still experiences accidents.

Top Fatal Incident Trends, Reports By Country And Machine Type

Should You Wear a Safety Green or Safety Orange Construction Vest?

Wearing a safety vest is essential on all construction sites. Learn how to decide between a green vest and an orange vest.

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Advancing Jobsite Safety with Machine Technology

Digging Deeper sits down with the experts at John Deere to discuss the ways they are using innovation to help keep construction workers out of harm's way.

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The Contractors Best Friend

The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 5: ‘Proactive’ Safety

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The importance of safety in the construction industry cannot be overstated. The jobsite safety talk is shifting away from being one of punishment to a discussion for everyone to participate in.

Financing, Insurance & Leasing

Top 5 Unfunded Liabilities That Add Risk to Your Construction Business

No matter how you approach potential setbacks, it is crucial to develop a comprehensive risk management plan encompassing conventional insurance as well as alternative strategies for risk mitigation.

Once you’ve identified which risks create the most significant loss exposure, you’ll want to create a strategy to help manage those dangers.

It's Hot Outside. Stay Cool on the Jobsite with These OSHA-approved Safety Tips

Guest post: Record-breaking temperatures can make working on construction sites unbearable, exposing workers to unwanted health risks. Beat extreme heat this summer with effective cooling methods and equipment.

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What Type of Pants Do You Need for Asphalt Work?

Asphalt workers encounter extreme heat, abrasive materials and sharp tools on a regular basis. The presence of these rugged elements calls for heavy-duty leg protection in the form of asphalt pants.

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Construction Safety

Construction Hard Hat Types and Classes: Head Protection on the Jobsite

AmTrust Financial

Providing proper head protection for employees is essential to help reduce head injuries like traumatic brain injuries and fatalities at jobsites. The types and classes of hard hats play an important role in keeping workers safe.

The types and classes of hard hats play an important role in keeping workers safe.

Utility Jobsites are Dangerous. Stay Safe with These Tips

Guest Post: To cap off National Safety Month, two utility experts provide best practices for preventing injuries and boosting safety when conducting work around high voltage, aerial platforms and electrical equipment.

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Type 1 vs. Type 2 Safety Helmet

What is the difference between a Type 1 and a Type 2 safety helmet for construction jobs?

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Construction Safety

Having The Mental Health Safety Conversation

McCarthy Building Companies

Q&A with John Moore, Regional Safety Director for McCarthy Building Companies Inc. for an inside look at how they built a culture of mental health safety for their craft professionals and advice on talking about mental health in construction.

How To Start Talking About Mental Health Safety In Construction

Construction Technology

8 Reasons to Improve Construction Jobsite Connectivity

Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, Inc. (HCSS)

Jobsite connectivity is essential for construction firms to ensure efficient project management, collaboration, and safety, ultimately leading to successful project completion within time and budget constraints.

Jobsite connectivity helps track equipment usage and performance, enabling preventative maintenance and repair to reduce downtime and associated costs.

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