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Trends in Workplace Injuries & Safety in Construction

Construction Business Owner

Trends in Workplace Injuries & Safety in Construction ccapoccia Wed, 01/15/2025 - 16:43 As workplace safety remains a critical focus for business owners in the construction industry, Construction Business Owner (CBO) spoke with safety experts to explore emerging trends, safety culture, and actionable strategies for reducing injuries and costs.

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Unmasking Halloween Horrors: Small Business Safety Nightmares

Construction Business Owner

Unmasking Halloween Horrors: Small Business Safety Nightmares ccapoccia Fri, 10/25/2024 - 10:51 As Halloween approaches and the crisp autumn air settles in, there's a sense of eerie excitement that fills the air.

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Gamification in Construction: Safety Training

The Constructor

Gamification in construction safety training combines technology with game-based learning to create engaging and effective safety education. This approach transforms traditional safety briefings into interactive experiences, improving knowledge retention and worker compliance. Gamification […]

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Workforce Safety Starts Before Day One

Construction Business Owner

Workforce Safety Starts Before Day One ccapoccia Tue, 05/07/2024 - 12:23 As an industry that deals with heavy machinery, hazardous materials and heights, prioritizing safety is not just a choice but a necessity.

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How AI Reduces Cost, Safety, and Quality Risks in Construction Projects

This guide shows how AI strengthens project stability by predicting risks across cost, schedule, safety, supply chains, and workforce planning. Computer vision detects safety violations and quality defects early. Workforce analytics optimize labor deployment while AI-powered procurement systems stabilize material flow.

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Exploring Psychological Safety

Construction Business Owner

Exploring Psychological Safety. Alex Headley. Wed, 06/09/2021 - 09:33. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, workforce stress is at an all-time high. More than 70% of the workforce agrees that this has been the most stressful time of their entire career.

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Why Are Concrete Barriers Preferred for Crowd Control at Large Events?

Construction Marketing

Large events require careful planning and robust safety measures. These heavy-duty structures provide unparalleled stability and security, effectively managing large crowds and enhancing overall safety. These sturdy structures provide enhanced safety and versatility for event organizers.

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How AI is Reshaping Construction: Insights from Industry Experts

From natural language processing to autonomous equipment, AI is driving efficiency and safety in ways never seen before. Discover how AI enhances real-time decision-making, optimizes labor and materials, and ensures projects stay on schedule and budget. Don’t miss out on key insights from industry leaders.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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You Can't Improve Construction Safety from Inside a Filing Cabinet

How mobile technology can mitigate risk, save money, and provide a competitive advantage.

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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. 🤖 Enhance safety with automation - Use machine learning to improve site compliance and reduce hazards. 📆 February 25, 2025 at 9:30am PT, 12:30pm ET, 5:30pm GMT

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players.

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Huh? Ugh! LOL: The Top Ten-tions of Construction Law and Contracts

Speaker: Matthew DeVries, Construction Law Attorney and National Blogger

The construction environment changed more in 2020 than any prior year—whether the parties were faced with government shutdowns, new health and safety restrictions, or overall financial strains. Yet, many projects remained on target and successfully reached the finish line this year.

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

You won’t want to miss this webinar!