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Construction facing safety challenges as work picks up

FDR Safety

The resurgence of the construction industry is, of course, good news, but it also comes with challenges on the safety front, including shortages of experienced workers and managers. The report goes on to say that in some cases workers are being promoted to management without sufficient preparation, creating another safety concern. “As

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4 Strategies to Avoiding Rising OSHA Fines in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

The government doesn’t take incidents like this lightly, as evidenced by the fact that the cost of penalties levied by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is rising. A construction company in Seattle is currently facing charges after an employee died in a trench collapse. Safety is a serious matter.

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How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction

Pro Builder

To improve health and safety . COVID-19 brought a renewed focus to individual health and safety. Off-site construction introduces a host of unique worker safety benefits. In fact, The Boston Consulting Group found that workplace accidents are halved in off-site construction settings. Jobsite Safety.

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