Construction Equipment

JULY 2, 2020

While workers are required to wear protective gear to avoid getting injuries while working, accidents can still happen. Below are four steps to take following an accident on site: Seek medical attention: get first aid as you wait for an ambulance to arrive. Do not neglect minor injuries; sometimes…

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 5, 2023

Construction takes place in various areas, ranging from rural areas with little to no traffic to cities with high foot and vehicle traffic. Thus, as an employer or construction company entrepreneur, you’re responsible for ensuring the safety of your employees, pedestrians, and motorists whenever you have construction work in progress.

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Lets Build

MARCH 2, 2018

In 2016, there were almost a million separate workplace accidents that caused the victims to miss at least one full work day. Such injuries are especially common at construction sites, where bosses often cut corners to boost profit margins and dangerous conditions are everywhere.

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Lets Build

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Safety violations on construction sites aren’t uncommon—just look at these statistics: Over 20% of all fatal workplace accidents in the EU during 2019 took place in the construction industry, making it the top industry for fatal injuries. These two citations cost construction companies over $34 million in one year.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 5, 2023

A person died yesterday at a former Henry Construction site in west London. Eye witnesses reported a fleet of emergency vehicles outside the site on Wednesday afternoon. incident response ambulances”) along Kensington High Street outside a construction site. 12 ambulances (incl.

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Construction Today

JUNE 12, 2023

Every year, thousands of accidents occur on construction sites, resulting in injuries and fatalities. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that their workers are safe, and to help them do so, there are several ways in which this can be achieved.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 26, 2023

A cyclist was involved in a fatal collision with a construction lorry outside a Keltbray site in central London on Wednesday morning. Construction work on the site has been suspended until further notice while investigations into the accident continue. ”

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 14, 2023

A Laing O’Rourke worker has died following an accident at the new Everton stadium construction site on Monday. His colleagues have been told to leave the £500m Bramley Moore Dock site where work by main contractor O’Rourke has been suspended until further notice.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Between the potential for accidents and injuries on the job site and the risk of lawsuits, it’s important to have insurance to protect yourself from financial losses, but what kind of insurance do you need? Builders risk insurance is a type of coverage that applies to ongoing construction projects.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

A series of innovative ideas in construction have been used to bring a remarkable difference in the industry.There is no shortage of tech gadgets for commercial projects as there are a number on offer for various projects. More enticing are the low costs of the tools that lower the barrier for adopting these tech gadgets on site.

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Levelset

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Construction is a risky business by almost any measure: It not only has one of the highest business failure rates of any industry, but construction work also sits atop the list of the most dangerous jobs. In 2019, the construction industry accounted for about 20% of all work-related fatalities in the U.S.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 19, 2021

Despite being one of the leading employment sectors in many countries, the construction industry is one of the most dangerous sectors. Statistics show that there are over 400 injuries and over 20 fatalities each year related to construction in Ontario alone. Training your employees on safety measures and equipment. Hire experts.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 7, 2021

With all the hustle and bustle happening in loading docks, it shouldn’t surprise you that they’re a hotbed for injuries and accidents; countless dangers could occur in a typical dock. Two of the most common causes of accidents on the docks are slippery floors and poorly designed ledges that can pose fatal fall hazards.

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Wolgast Corporation

MARCH 2, 2022

Safety is an important aspect of any business but especially in construction, where a little accident can have serious impacts to those involved; the trades people on site, the owner, and the contractor. All work sites are subject to OSHA and governmental inspections.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 16, 2021

Material handling and storage efficiency are especially critical in the construction industry. If you’re running a construction business, you’ll need to learn how to properly store and manage different materials on construction sites. Hence, your construction materials must be placed on specialized material racks.

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Construction Junkie

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Well, I didn’t really intend for Construction Junkie to be filled with a bunch of articles to bum you out , but when dozens of people are injured from a jobsite incident, it’s important for us all to learn from it in order to avoid similar circumstances in the future. via KVUE on YouTube. KVUE reports the tower crane is 150 feet high.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The global construction market is worth trillions —and it’s still growing each year. But the industry is plagued with challenges and inefficiencies, from resource wastage to poor construction workforce management techniques. Don’t underestimate the role that communication and collaboration play in construction workforce management.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Are you working at a construction site? Head injuries are one of the most common accidents that occur at construction sites. Safety caps are must at construction sites and if you are a construction worker you must have come across a wide variety of safety caps and hats. .

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Starting from working with heavy machineries to carrying heavy loads to working at heights to working with temporary structures, construction sites pose a serious threat of accidents and injuries to the workers! For example, there are construction boots, safety glasses, high visibility vests, hard hats, etc.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 13, 2022

Construction sites are full of activity due to moving parts and heavy machinery. Unfortunately, a small mistake can lead to serious and costly accidents, especially considering the price of cranes and other heavy machines from the heavy machinery marketplace. What is crane and rigging insurance?

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Constructonomics

AUGUST 28, 2018

The construction industry is comprised of numerous tools and equipment that are used for some heavy-duty work. Equipment is constantly being used in the construction business. This makes it critical that you inspect the construction equipment regularly so that they perform at their maximum potential every single time they are used.

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Best Practices Construction Law

MAY 18, 2018

Chris is a partner and Cheri Gatlin is Chair of the firm’s Construction and Project Development Practice Group. on safety policies, OSHA and regulatory compliance, contracts, disputes, and all areas where law and construction intersect. “To Mainstream headlines highlight several cases where construction accidents = criminal charges.

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Fieldwire

MAY 16, 2022

Construction hasn’t always been the most technologically advanced industry, but recent years have shown that technology has been beneficial in nearly every aspect of it. From safety training and accident prevention to AR building assistance, technology does indeed belong on the drafting table and the construction site alike.

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Lets Build

APRIL 15, 2022

Digital technologies and methodologies are changing how construction professionals work. We’ll cover those five concepts and leave you with some resources to start sharpening your construction skills for Industry 4.0. 5 key building and construction skills to master in 2022. Soft skills for construction leadership.

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Safety Services Company

MARCH 1, 2024

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , fall incidents in construction make up almost half of all fall-related fatalities in the workplace. In this blog, let’s break down the major causes of ladder-related injuries, the safety essentials for contractors, and how to ensure safety and compliance for your workers at all times!

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 17, 2016

One common thread on any jobsite is an emphasis on crew safety, no matter the crew size, scope of work or site environment. Many companies strive to foster a safety culture with a zero-accident policy, since even a minor incident could cause a long-term injury and a significant expense.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

The construction industry is undergoing a period of radical change. For both mature and growing economies, the construction industry provides important links with other sectors to boost economic growth. It also enables the building owners to make sound decisions before, during and after construction. Using Robots For Efficiency.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

In this guest blog post for Fieldwire, Patrick Hogan explains five common challenges project managers face on construction projects. Each construction project poses unique challenges — this is why construction project managers have distinct roles and responsibilities to fulfill from project to project.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 29, 2015

Construction sites are full of potential hazards and sometime accidents are unavoidable. The best way to avoid injury is to follow these important safety tips that every construction worker should know. Accidents can happen at any time, typically when you least expect them to. Be Vigilant.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 12, 2015

A construction crane was loading a pallet of wood when it tipped over and fell onto an excavator, fence and portable toilet, reports Lansing State Journal. No one was seriously injured, but one crew member was shaken up by the accident and taken to the hospital.

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Best Practices Construction Law

JULY 20, 2023

The construction industry is one of the most complex and challenging sectors. However, with advancements in technology, specifically the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and chat GBT, the construction industry can experience a transformation in how it operates. Moreover, AI can be utilized in risk management in construction.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2021

When working on manufacturing or construction sites, safety is always a top priority. On the other hand, rigging refers to the assembly of equipment such as cables, wire rope, and related hardware used in construction for lifting heavy objects, like girders, into place. 1) Slipping Off The Edge. 2) Electrical Hazards.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2020

Doctor Saves Construction Worker’s Life Via FaceTime. 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. Workers at the site can call whenever there is an accident or injury. Read More. .

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2022

Excavation and Trench Safety Best Practices for Construction Jobsites. Trenching and excavating are two of the most dangerous activities in the construction industry. Fran Smith safety director for Cavan Construction , in the greater Philadelphia area, advises workers to never enter a trench unless it has been properly inspected.

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Safety Services Company

MAY 3, 2021

We’ve put together a list of the top 7 construction safety meeting topics you should be addressing regularly. Each of these topics is highly relevant to the construction industry. They were chosen based on the number of accidents and injuries that occur each year at construction workplaces.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being. Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs . More than half of that spending (56%) went toward safety education, a sign that construction remains a potentially dangerous job.

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Constructonomics

JANUARY 3, 2014

Well, they should be – but it’s not always the case and, in the UK, we’re seeing large numbers of cases where lack of competence in the planning and implementation period of scaffolding work is leading to injuries and even deaths. With training readily available, what’s going on and what can be changed? The Training That’s Required.

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