How to Choose the Best Safety Glasses for Construction Workers
Every year, thousands of construction workers suffer eye injuries on the job. In 2020 alone, more than 18,500 workers across the United States experienced eye-related injuries serious enough to require days away from work. Over 2,100 of those cases came from construction trades, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. As you’d expect, eye injuries […]
How to Choose the Best Safety Gloves for Your Crew
In construction, your hands are one of your most valuable tools—and they’re also the most at risk. Every year, about 1 million workers end up in the emergency room because of hand injuries, according to OSHA. In the construction industry alone, the injury rate is 2.4 cases for every 100 full-time workers. The right safety […]
Using Agentic AI in Safety Management
How Can Agentic AI Improve Workplace Safety? How often have you thoughtfully crafted a prompt, given it to ChatGPT… And then had to constantly coach it through delivering what you want? We’ve all been there. While AI can be powerful, the way some models process information means they work best when they’re under supervision. But […]
How Technology and AI Improve Safety Management
Construction remains one of the most hazardous industries in the U.S. In 2023, and incurred 1,075 worker fatalities. Slips, trips and falls alone account for 421 of these deaths. While these accidents are devastatingly common, they’re also preventable with proper safety measures and training. However, despite ongoing efforts, the construction sector continues to face significant […]
The Ultimate Guide to Health and Safety in Construction
Managing health and safety in construction is vital to safeguarding workers, reducing accidents, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The construction industry faces unique challenges due to inherently hazardous environments, making a proactive approach to health and safety essential. This guide explores the importance of health and safety in construction, key compliance regulations, and actionable strategies […]
Use Safety Data Analytics to Improve Workplace Safety
Keeping construction sites safe isn’t just about following rules. To keep everyone working safely and efficiently, you need to know if your safety systems are working too. That’s where safety data analytics comes in. By tracking safety metrics, spotting trends, and predicting risks, companies can move from reacting to accidents to preventing them before they […]
Transforming Construction Safety Management with Modern Solutions
The construction industry is one of the world’s most dynamic yet high-risk sectors. Construction companies face numerous safety challenges every year, from managing workplace safety to maintaining compliance with stringent safety regulations. As construction projects grow in size and complexity, effective safety management becomes increasingly critical. A comprehensive safety management system (SMS) is no longer […]
The Ultimate Guide to Construction Risk Management
Managing risks in construction is essential for successful project execution. Whether the project is large or small, the construction industry faces unique challenges that demand careful planning and effective communication. This guide breaks down the key risks in construction, highlights the importance of risk management, and shares strategies to mitigate setbacks. Construction companies can protect […]
Mastering Construction Risk Management: A Blueprint for Safer, More Efficient Projects
In the construction industry, effective risk management is essential for project success. From safety hazards to financial risks, construction projects are fraught with challenges that can derail timelines, inflate costs, or even result in legal disputes. Construction risk management provides a systematic approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring that projects remain on track […]
How to Manage Safety for a Multilingual Workforce
In any labor-intensive industry like construction, having a multilingual workforce is common – just walk out on any job site and you’ll likely meet workers of all cultures and creeds. This presents a unique challenge for safety managers – how do you guarantee everyone is on the same page when they don’t all share the […]