OSHA recently adopted a new set of requirements for protecting workers from exposure to silica dust. Unfortunately, those who already suffer from health effects caused by exposure to this dust, a condition commonly called silicosis, have … about Health Effects and Legal Remedies for Silica Exposure
Safety Culture and Safety Climate: What’s the Difference?
Safety culture encompasses “the deeply held, but often unspoken, safety-related beliefs, attitudes, and values that interact with an organization’s systems, practices, people, and leadership to establish norms about how things are done in the organization,” … about Safety Culture and Safety Climate: What’s the Difference?
Construction’s Deadliest: The Top 5 OSHA Violations (and How to Avoid Them)
Lack of fall protection and improper use of scaffolding contributed to nearly 40% of construction fatalities in 2014. While the industry voices concern over the high fines for these violations, the damage is far greater … about Construction’s Deadliest: The Top 5 OSHA Violations (and How to Avoid Them)
Only You Can Prevent a Safety Violation
With all the safety courses and toolbox talks going on, it’s hard to imagine that anyone on a construction site today can forget to put on safety glasses, wear a hardhat, safely climb a ladder, … about Only You Can Prevent a Safety Violation
How to Make Your Superintendent the Safest Super in the World
One of the toughest aspects of a superintendent’s job is safety. They often visit work sites to ensure everything’s in order from a safety perspective. But, as soon as they walk away, someone removes a … about How to Make Your Superintendent the Safest Super in the World
Has Your Leadership Drawn the Line in the Sand on Safety?
Over the span of his 40-year career in safety, Rich Baldwin, director of Health, Safety and Environment for Denver-based PCL Construction Enterprises (the sixth largest construction company in North America) notes that he’s worked for … about Has Your Leadership Drawn the Line in the Sand on Safety?
Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Welcome to the Digital Transformation
The construction sector lags behind other industries when it comes to digital transformation, and investments in research and development (R&D). Improvements in both areas are not just a matter of increasing spend, but also from … about Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Welcome to the Digital Transformation
Beyond the Start and Finish: Connecting Pre and Post Construction
While project owners are so focused on the build itself, general contractors and project managers know that what happens before and after the build are equally (if not, more) important. It’s really all about how … about Beyond the Start and Finish: Connecting Pre and Post Construction
What does Construction OS Mean for Your Data?
If you can get a 360-degree view of your business, then you can run your business more effectively. With a construction operating system, everyone from owners to execs and field teams can solve problems more … about What does Construction OS Mean for Your Data?
Construction Operating Systems: What you need to know, but are afraid to ask.
Today is going to be a good day. You've kicked it off with a big cup of joe at the office watering hole. There’s a buzz in the room, and one phrase in particular that … about Construction Operating Systems: What you need to know, but are afraid to ask.
