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44 Percent of Contractors Report Vehicles Crashing into Road Projects

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The Associated General Contractors of America surveyed more than 700 contractors during March and April and found 44 percent of the contractors had experienced vehicle crashes into their construction sites in 2016. Half of those reported an injury, and 13 percent said the accident resulted in a fatality.

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Doctor Saves Construction Worker’s Life Via FaceTime

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In March, Dr. Dan Carlin saved a construction worker’s life via FaceTime and showed how crucial instant access to medical professionals can be, Changing America reports. The company was able to contact the doctor because they had signed up for Job Site Care, founded by Carlin, which allows workers to call 24/7 whenever there is an accident.

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What Will Construction Look Like In The Future?

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A recent report by Bank of America stated that the total global market for robots and artificial intelligence is set to reach 99 billion dollars by 2020 and, construction is going to be a major sector influenced by this technology. He has fought for the rights of accident victims and consumers for over 24 years. Author Bio: David B.

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Ford Recalls Steering Gears on F-250, F-350 Trucks

Construction Equipment

Ford is issuing a safety recall for 538 service replacement steering gears that may have been installed on 2008-2010 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty diesel vehicles in North America. Ford is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this condition.'

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GRAIN ELEVATOR SAFETY

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In many parts of North America, agricultural harvesting is at its peak. With that activity, comes the increased risk of grain elevator accidents. Injuries and deaths related to the transportation and storage of crops is an all too frequent hazard during harvest season, this makes grain elevator safety a priority.

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Making the Construction Industry Accessible for All

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An Associated General Contractors of America report finds that 65% of employees say they’d leave their job if they experienced exclusive behaviors by others. Construction is a dangerous field with numerous opportunities for injuries. The AGC Report shows that diversity and inclusion improve safety where accidents can be fatal.

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OSHA Safety

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The compliance officer will inspect records of deaths, injuries and illnesses that the company is required to keep. Unfortunately, the same types of accidents that could be addressed using a checklist continue to cause fatalities and injuries in the workplace. Aside from all the human suffering, workplace injuries cost the U.

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