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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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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. The AGC and Willis Towers Watson honored 57 contractors in April for their commitment to construction safety. A full list of all 57 winners is available here.

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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. Innovation.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Construction Safety. As the weather warms up across the country (just not in Seattle), construction season is beginning to get under way. They sponsor programs in communities or the larger market to encourage health, reduce traffic accidents, etc. construction safety. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |.

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Seattle Mechanical Contractor Adds Facilities Management to Its In.

ENR Construction

Safety & Health. Seattle Mechanical Contractor Adds Facilities Management to Its In-House Services. Here, team members install a mechanical unit of the roof of a Seattle-area data center. Employees at Seattle-based McKinstry Co. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. -->. Building Types. Sustainability.

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