Construction has always been a dangerous job, and perhaps one of the only fields that rivals the industry when it comes to occupational hazards is mining. Miners face a daily barrage of threats, from explosions … about Ghost in the Machine: Mining’s Driverless Trucks
Worker Safety
GBK 2018: Construction in the Land of Fire and Ice
Known for its breathtaking landscapes of volcanic rock, dramatic geysers, and some of the largest snow-covered glaciers in all of Europe, Iceland is aptly named “The Land of Fire and Ice.” It is the second … about GBK 2018: Construction in the Land of Fire and Ice
New Technology Can Help Increase Work Zone Safety
Keeping workers safe on road construction sites is an ongoing problem, underlined by the fact that the number of fatalities at these sites increase the more projects are underway. “From 2011 to 2016, 532 construction … about New Technology Can Help Increase Work Zone Safety
Take a Safety Moment for your Wellbeing
October is National Safe Work Month, and Safe Work Australia has been encouraging everyone to “take a safety moment” to reduce the risk of injury in their workplace. According to WorkSafe data, in 2017, 191 … about Take a Safety Moment for your Wellbeing
Worker Fatalities Drop, But Death Rate Remains High
There have been 19 construction-related deaths to August this year, according to the National Safe Work Australia figures released in September—down from 23 deaths at the same time last year. The reduction in deaths is … about Worker Fatalities Drop, But Death Rate Remains High
Thermal Drone Mapping Takes Safety to Higher Level
Roof inspections are a dangerous but necessary part of construction work. Falls remain one of the leading causes of death for construction workers, and anytime somebody ends up on the roof the chance for danger … about Thermal Drone Mapping Takes Safety to Higher Level
The One Thing You Need to Do Before You Walk on Any Jobsite
It might not be the first thing you think about, but insurance and public liability should be the primary consideration for anyone working on a jobsite. Without such protections, individuals could be personally liable for … about The One Thing You Need to Do Before You Walk on Any Jobsite
Removing the Stigma of Construction Work One Brick at a Time
Construction jobs are vanishing across the nation, but a committed group of leaders is devoted to removing the stigma from the profession and training a new generation of workers.
Driving Efficiency and Safety through Fleet Management Software
Properly managing fleet vehicles and the transportation of equipment and workers from site to site can certainly help construction businesses increase their efficiency and safety.
Will Composite Steel Frame Be the Next Game Changer?
In all big construction projects, time is money, and few projects drag along as painfully slow as high-rise buildings. A new method of construction shows great promise to improve safety, reduce job site congestion and … about Will Composite Steel Frame Be the Next Game Changer?
