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Construction Safety Technology
AI in Construction: Beyond Autonomous Machines
Caterpillar - Cat
Artificial intelligence is all around us – have you asked Siri or Alexa a question? Here’s how it is being used today to improve construction change orders, jobsite safety, equipment maintenance and reduce labor demand
December 29, 2021
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The 4 Most Common Construction Injuries (And How to Prevent Them)
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One of the best ways to keep your team safe on the jobsite is understanding what causes most accidents and injuries in the first place.
June 28, 2021
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Construction Safety
7 Site Hazards You Don't Want to Overlook
Caterpillar - Cat
It's important to be vigilant about safe practices on the job, especially in areas that might not always be top of mind with your construction crew.
May 3, 2021
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Can E-Learning Improve Safety Training Compliance?
Could online safety training opportunities be a solution for construction contractors who claim they don't have time or resources to train?
September 19, 2019
The use of e-learning continues to rise. Could it offer benefits for the construction industry?
Construction Safety
Focus on Eye Protection in July
Eye injury prevention is just as important as the other health and safety issues on the construction site
July 2, 2019
Make sure you are wearing the correct eye protection on the construction jobsite.
Apps
[APP OF THE WEEK] Smartvid.io Platform and App Uses AI to Improve Construction Safety
Smartvid.io leverages its artificial intelligence engine "Vinnie" to gauge risks and detect hazards on the construction jobsite
June 18, 2019
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Construction News
Do You Know the Dangers of Lightning?
The summer storm season is heating up; make sure your construction company has a lightning safety plan in place
June 13, 2019
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Construction Safety
Safety Adoption Requires Mental Engagement
McKinsey & Company
A new study finds that in order to embed an effective safety culture at your company, employees must overcome the mind-sets that underlie unsafe behaviors. Here are five mindset challenges and ways to shift them.
May 28, 2019
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Construction Safety
Day Honoring Lost Workers is Platform for National Construction Safety Campaign
Workers' Memorial Day serves as a launching point for the National Safety Stand-Down, which will be held the week of May 6th
April 26, 2019
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Construction Safety
Construction Safety Week Should Be a Year-long Celebration
Construction Safety Week 2019 is May 6-10, and this year the focus is on the choices we make and their impact
April 25, 2019
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Construction Safety
March is Ladder Safety Month
Ladder safety should garner just as much focus as equipment safety on a construction jobsite
March 14, 2019
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Apps
[APP] Get a Real-time View of Safety Performance with eCompliance
eCompliance
Share collected safety data from the jobsite immediately between the worksite and the office with eCompliance mobile app
January 29, 2019
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Construction Toolbox
12 Days of Construction Christmas 2018 - Night Safety
If your workers work in the dark give them something that will help keep them safe on the nighttime jobs
December 17, 2018
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Apps
[APP] Virtual Reality App Helping Contractors with Fall Protection Training
American Society of Safety Professionals
Workers can train in settings that mirror actual environments without the dangers of the high-risk tasks
September 11, 2018
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Construction Safety
Can Virtual Reality Make Construction Safer?
Is virtual reality safety training a more effective training method for the construction industry?
April 26, 2018
Can virtual reality safety training improve construction safety and safety training retention?
Construction Toolbox
March 2017 Marks First Ever National Ladder Safety Month
National Ladder Safety month was established to raise awareness of ladder safety and to decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and fatalities
March 9, 2017
National Ladder Safety month is a stepping stone to raise awareness of ladder safety and to decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and fatalities.
Apps
[APP] Track, Monitor Safety Compliance with HCSS Safety Mobile App
Heavy Construction Systems Specialists, Inc. (HCSS)
Mobile app users can record, report and notify managers immediately when an incident occurs rather than having to fill out paperwork later
February 7, 2017
'HCSS Safety is a comprehensive safety management system that helps your company create a culture of zero incidents and allows your employees to keep safety top of mind at all times,” says Brooke Pankey, product manager at HCSS.
Apps
[APP] Manage Construction Safety Documents with Construction Safety Compliance App
Contractor-designed Safety Compliance App (SCA) helps contractors manage the construction-specific documentation requirements of OSHA safety programs
September 20, 2016
All reports for active jobs, as well as all other safety documents, are stored in the mobile device and can be viewed at any time with no need for an Internet connection.
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