IPAF Introduces New Safety Initiative

The International Powered Access Federation (IPAF) introduced a new initiative called, "Look down before going up," at its press briefing at CONEXPO.

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Commercial projects already deployed globally include the temporary EU building in Amsterdam.

Mass Customizable 3D-printed XL Architectural and Interior Products Platform Launched

First viable option for mass 3D printing reduces the cost of custom-made architectural products (up to entire buildings) by 50%, is up to 10 times faster, eliminates waste and reduces materials usage and CO2 emissions

Skanska’s Johana Godoy Highlights Career Opportunities for Women in Construction

Skanska USA's Johana Godoy shares her experiences and career growth in the field of construction, as well as opportunities for other women seeking a promising and rewarding career path.

Concreting in the winter should be beautiful that time of year, all that snow.

Cold Weather Concreting - Tips for Smaller Projects

The factors and considerations concrete contractors should be aware of for placing concrete in cold weather

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Aclaimant Artificial Intelligence Improves Construction Safety and Risk Management

Aclaimant Insights models construction risk, enabling organizations to actively manage safety through artificial intelligence and predictive analytics.

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Allegro EZ AIR Flex Shield PAPR

Allegro Industries has introduced the EZ AIR Flex Shield PAPR, a complete particulate system featuring a large viewing lens that maintains respiratory protection for industrial applications, such as grinding.

How to Mitigate COVID-19 Risks and Maintain Compliance this Winter

The unique safety risks and regulatory challenges construction companies will face this winter due to COVID-19 and how technology can help mitigate the risks and ensure compliance.

Most helmets and hard hats are designed to protect against linear impacts, which are direct jolts that travel in a straight line, typically from front to back. But more frequently, construction accident impacts occur with rotational motion.

Swedish Company MIPS Develops Safer Hard Hat

MIPS technology protects against brain injuries caused by rotational impact.

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HeroWear Apex Exosuit Takes 50 lbs. of Strain Off User's Back

Soft, textile-based exoskeleton weighs less than 4 lbs. and takes 50 lbs. of strain off the user's back muscles.

OSHA Reminds Employers to Report Injury and Illness Records

OSHA requires companies with 250 or more employees and certain establishments with high rates of injuries and illnesses to submit the 2020 Form 300A electronically by March 2, 2021.

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How GPR Tech Can Provide Safety, Efficiency & Revenue Benefits

Contractors are adding ground-penetrating radar to one-call utility-locating services to enhance accuracy, safety and risk avoidance on job sites

Using BIM in construction projects can reduce injuries on job sites.

How BIM Can Improve Construction Safety

BIM can help companies reduce the likelihood of construction-related on-site injuries and accidents.

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2021 Common Ground Alliance Conference & Expo

October 12, 2021October 15, 2021

The damage prevention industry’s premier event is now set to take place Oct. 12-15, 2021, at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld.

OSHA Accepts Nominations for Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health

OSHA is seeking nominations for 14 members with expertise in construction-related safety and health issues to advise in developing standards and policies affecting the industry.

OSHA Maintains Safe and Healthy Working Conditions in 2020

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration combined traditional practices and unique approaches to ensure the safety of working conditions for America's workers by identifying 80,910 workplace hazards in 2020.

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Baker Concrete Exec Receives ASCC Safety Award

The Safety and Rick Management Council of the American Society of Concrete Contractors announced the winner of its ASCC Member Owner/Executive Safety Award for 2020.

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DICA Showcases Outrigger Pads and AlturnaMATS for Tree Care Applications

DICA will feature SafetyTech Outrigger Pads and AlturnaMATS Ground Protection Mats for tree care applications during the TCI Virtual Summit held on Jan. 13-15, 2021.

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How to Manage and Prevent Lower Back Pain Among Industrial Workers

Carlos G. Aguirre, PhD, RDN, a senior editor at Daily CBD, outlines the common preventative measures, as well as proper management and treatment solutions for chronic back pain.

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Ohio State Patrol Creates Work Zone Dashboard to Curb Incidents

Since 2015, there have been over 32,500 crashes in Ohio work zones, with 114 of them killing 126 people. The new dashboard helps users see where the Ohio State Patrol is active and working to keep these construction zones safe for workers and drivers

Ring Power Utility Equipment Utilizes the Terex Positive Attachment Lanyard

PAL provides audio and visual warnings when controls are engaged and the lanyard has not been attached to the lanyard anchor in the bucket. The system is designed to reduce the chance of an operator elevating the bucket without a lanyard attached.

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The MCL80RCB LED Combination ID Light Bar & Utility Light

The MCL80RCB LED Combination ID Light Bar & Utility Light provides flexibility into a small, convenient package.

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The Praxis/OPCube Air Quality Monitor

Measure dust and gas in your construction site in one device

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Contact Harald COVID-19 Card and Contact Tracing Platform

Platform provides a fast, effective stand-alone contact tracing solution utilizing Bluetooth Tracing Technology.

What Construction Employers Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines and Flu Shots

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020

Discussion of key issues that construction employers should consider when deciding whether and how to implement a mandatory vaccination program, including shots for this flu season and for the COVID-19 vaccine once approved.

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The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast: Healthy Habits That Keep Everyone Working

Construction sites are getting safer, but contractors need to keep personal health and safety at the forefront as well on the jobsites and in their companies.

How MIPS Technology Can Reduce Brain Injuries Hard Hats Don’t Cover

Multi-directional Impact Protection System can help mitigate risks and make workers safer on jobsites.

Professional-grade work gloves make the job more comfortable and protect your hands to keep you safer on the jobsite.

5 Tips for Choosing the Best Construction Gloves

Finding the right glove for the job is as important as matching any other tool of the trade to the task at hand.

The Werner Max Patrol 11' Self Retracting Lifeline replaces the previous 10' model.

Fall Protection Updates from STAFDA 2020

Werner featured fall protection products and equipment in the 2020 Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association STAFDA Virtual event.