Construction Junkie

MAY 25, 2021

With intelligent, scalable, and effective security services, you can minimize risk and keep your assets secure. It’s a morbid statistic, but the construction industry experiences more workplace deaths than any other. However, safety risks are far from the only threat that construction sites are exposed to.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As a contractor, you likely know that your business is always at risk. 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.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

With baby boomers retiring in droves and younger workers wary of an industry they view as boring, dangerous and vulnerable after years of double-digit unemployment rates, any way to quell those perceptions is welcome. Technology is one of the few ways the industry has made inroads with effectively addressing the skilled labor shortage.

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Levelset

AUGUST 24, 2022

Construction businesses need many different types of insurance to mitigate the risks associated with building projects. Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. What is builder’s risk insurance?

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Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age. Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations.

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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. of non-fatal accidents due to safety violations took place on construction sites in the EU.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2022

All these pose risks to the health of these workers. . Machines form an integral part of the construction industry. They can lead to accidents or injuries. When recruiting new workers, ensure they know all the risks they may encounter with their work. It poses risks to your construction machines and workers. .

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

IS YOUR BUSINESS EFFECTIVELY PRIORITIZING CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Ever-present risks can delay or completely derail investments. With that said, construction risk management should be a priority for your company. WHAT IS CONSTRUCTION RISK MANAGEMENT?

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

How Well Does Your Business Prioritize Construction Risk Management? Truth be told, every industry involves risk. Whether the project involves a multi-million-dollar office building or a three-story apartment complex, there are several risks that need to be considered in order to ensure the success of any construction project.

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

national standards dealing with the safety requirements for general industry machines. At the recent ASSE Professional Development Conference, there was considerable focus on risk assessment, voluntary standards and prevention through design. The primary reason to become familiar with ANSI B11 is that it guides risk assessment.

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FDR Safety

OCTOBER 27, 2015

Safety professionals concerned with safety, efficiency and compliance should have the concepts of “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” in the forefront of their thinking. In every case, the “acceptable risk” and “feasibility” of lockout/tagout or machine guarding was the central issue. Risk can be reduced or traded but not eliminated.

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 5, 2024

As temperatures drop, the risks for contractors and construction workers multiply, from cold stress-related ailments to hazardous working conditions. According to data from the EHS Daily Advisor , 25,000 slip, trip, and fall accidents occur daily in the United States during the winter months.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

to predict jobsite risks that could lead to accidents. The RiskX app works with data from Smartvid.io

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 13, 2021

Machine learning has been making waves in the construction industry. There are a lot of great use cases for how machine learning can improve our industry. Even TradeTapp ingests data to compare subcontractor risk levels and proactively mitigate against project risk. Driving Better Safety Oversight .

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FDR Safety

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Over 5,190 fatal accidents occurred in the United States as recently as 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Some accidents are simply that, accidents, while others are avoidable. One of the main causes of these avoidable accidents is our desire to save time by taking shortcuts on the job.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Having snow removal insurance is important, considering the risks and dangers of snow removal and deicing. Because of their nature of work, snow removal contractors are usually exposed to many risks, which may include anything from third-party injuries to equipment. Usually, more business means more liability risks. Conclusion.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 31, 2023

With rapidly growing industries and development, hazardous waste management has been a significant concern for a long time. Prolonged exposure to toxic chemicals and substances can increase the risk of severe diseases like cancer, pneumonia, tuberculosis, and tetanus.

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FDR Safety

MAY 29, 2018

What is clear, however, is that the toll of workplace injury, illness and death remains too high, and too many workers remain at serious risk. We recognize the “safe way” to perform daily tasks and start weighing the risks involved in saving time by taking shortcuts. There is much more work to be done.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Rigorous oversight, extensive use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and investment in safety and compliance training drive Bob’s profits well above industry averages. A Good Safety Record Presents You as a Lower Risk Liability Contractors frequently operate in risky and hazardous environments.

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Fieldwire

MARCH 20, 2023

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the construction industry remains at 89% men to 11% women. The Great Recession caused many to leave the industry. An Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR) study finds that 44% of women in construction have seriously considered leaving the industry. Black and 2.1%

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FDR Safety

APRIL 4, 2018

With the President’s Trillion Dollar Infrastructure Plan, it is likely that the construction industry will see an increase in Megaprojects and other large-scale developments. While undoubtedly an exciting time for business, projects of this size can have a higher risk of safety violations and issues.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Behind this optimism, however, are labour shortages and a widespread perception of the construction industry as ‘behind the times’ which has resulted in a dearth of available digital talent. These cultural issues are a hindrance to the industry’s capacity to efficiently and effectively carry out work projects.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 14, 2021

Often, hoisting and rigging hazards are also overlooked in this industry. If you work in an industry prone to these hazards, read through this article as it lists down hoisting and rigging hazards to watch out for. To avoid accidents, below are some of the hazards that workers must keep in mind. 3) Risk Of Falling Materials.

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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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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It ensures you meet health and safety standards that safeguard workers, protect the business’s reputation, are environmentally conscious, and minimize accidents. Your Preferred Industry and Business Strategy Your hiring client will dictate which platform is required and may choose a particular one based on the industry you are in.

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FDR Safety

JULY 24, 2012

USDOT’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has delayed its promised changes to its Compliance, Safety and Accountability program, and the truck and bus industries are being vocal with their frustration. The frustration on the part of industry is understandable. Why penalize them for crashes that are not its fault?

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Lets Build

MAY 23, 2022

Any construction project is a complex web of targets, opportunities, challenges, and risks. Advances in manufacturing and the growing importance of sustainability have allowed companies to develop prefabricated solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings across the continent, and indeed around the world.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. How Accidents Happen Due To Falling Debris. Incorrect stacking of materials puts them at risk of toppling over. .

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Safety Services Company

JANUARY 29, 2013

Study: Obese drivers more likely to die from car accidents. This article was written by Safety Consultants with Safety Services Company , we provide Construction, Manufacturing, and General Industry Safety Programs to over 100,000 clients across the United States and Canada. Estimated Risk Ratio. Body Mass Index.

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Constructonomics

JANUARY 1, 2013

Unfortunately, just because a job is green, does not mean it is without risks. The following green jobs exemplify this scenario as they each have some risks for workers: Green Roofs: Roofers who install green roofs face the same risk of falling as any other roofers. There is also a risk of cuts when collecting.

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Constructonomics

MARCH 14, 2010

The more devastating of the accidents, on E. The cause of this accident was good ‘ol American greed. There are few industries in which greed can kill people. At the risk of being sent “swimming with the fishes”, I hope Jimmy Lomma goes away for a long time. street killing seven people.

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Constructonomics

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Unique Examples of the European Construction Industry . What makes these projects stand out is not only their innovative design but also the involvement of some lesser known companies within the European construction industry. FFR Grand Stade, Paris. Conclusion.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 5, 2017

When it’s too cold, a major risk is that mortar and grout may not get enough heat for normal cement hydration. Prevent electrical accidents. The post Why Are Weather Delays Such a Big Issue in the Construction Industry? Weather that is too hot or cold poses threats to construction sites. Cold Weather. Keep equipment clean.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2020

OSHA tracks this information with the goal of preventing accidents in the future. For example, accidentally reporting an injury that did not occur on the jobsite or reporting a cut or scrape that isn’t a recordable accident could have dire consequences. Even one OSHA recordable can put a company’s TRIR above the industry average.

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 6, 2023

Time management A lot of stakeholders perceive time constraints as among the biggest issues that result in defective designs, high rates of accidents, and loss in revenue. This can further snowball into more delays and higher costs as they try to find and fix defects or risk contractual penalties.

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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. Before starting a construction project , you should train workers operating in medium and high-risk areas on safety measures and standards. Adhere to industry guidelines. For instance, the U.S.

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FDR Safety

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Regardless of the industry, COVID-19 has thrown us all for a loop. Even worse, over 800 employees died from similar accidents on the job. The new year is just around the corner and many companies are thrilled to simply have survived 2020. COVID-19 created new priorities for everyone.

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