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5 Design Considerations When Building In Harsh Environments

Construction Marketing

After all, no amount of high-grade construction can stand the test of time if it doesn’t survive its environment. Engineering in harsh environments poses a distinct set of challenges that call for innovative and robust design solutions. When designing military shelter systems , the material choice becomes even more critical.

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Why PPE is the Last Line of Defense

Construction Business Owner

mhodges Wed, 07/05/2023 - 09:33 Every year, millions of workers get injured on the job, and a significant number of reported occupational injuries are hand related. Depending on the severity, not only do these injuries have a huge medical cost associated with them but are also expensive in terms of lost productivity and wages.

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Construction: ‘It’s Time to Start Designing Women In’

Construction Equipment

Although little data exists on injuries to women in construction, a report in the Guardian highlighted the ways safety designs tend to neglect finding appropriate sizing for female bodies. The article first cites the New York Committee for Occupational Safety & Health (NYCOSH), which references…

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4 Ways To Improve Construction Safety In High-Traffic Areas

Construction Marketing

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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Five trapped HS2 workers rescued in London vent shaft incident

Construction Enquirer

Five HS2 workers were rescued with one hospitalised suffering neck and back injuries on Saturday after an incident at the Northholt vent shaft site in London. The five men were recovered after an hour with one urgently airlifted to hospital, and the others treated at site for minor injuries and then later sent to hospital for checks.

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11 Safety Tips When Handling And Storing Construction Materials

Construction Marketing

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. Here are some safety tips to consider in handling and storing construction materials: 1.

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Four ways to improve job safety on construction sites

Construction Today

Every year, thousands of accidents occur on construction sites, resulting in injuries and fatalities. We offer the top four: Employers need to have a designated safety officer in charge of carrying out regular inspections and identifying potential.

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