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Safety

Raken app makes it easier to conduct toolbox talks

Raken has a new app to make it easier for superintendents and foremen to conduct toolbox talks, including finding the topic information, getting signatures from attendees and sending confirmation to the office. The Toolbox Talks app allows the scheduling of jobsite safety talks by mobile device, including collecting signatures on the spot and submitting proof […]

July 4, 2019

Safety

New Werner harness provides relief handle to protect fallen workers

Werner Ladder has developed a new harness that relieves pressure on the femoral arteries since suspension in an upright position in a harness can be fatal.

June 26, 2019

Safety

OSHA’s newly-named construction safety committee to meet in July

OSHA has announced the incoming members and the initial meeting of its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health. Details on Equipment World.

June 24, 2019

Safety

Wyo. developer sued after 2 workers die in trench cave-in

After two died in a trench collapse back in September, representatives of those workers are taking legal action against the developer for wrongful death.

June 20, 2019

Safety

Here’s a really dumb and dangerous way to unload a compact track loader

Watch the dangerous unloading of a compact track loader and remember to find the right trailer for your equipment and secure it next time it needs transporting.

June 7, 2019

Roadbuilding

Worker struck and killed on La. bridge

While attaching an arrow board traffic control sign to a company truck, a Louisiana construction worker was struck and killed on Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.

June 7, 2019

Safety

Apple Watch will soon send alerts when you need hearing protection on the jobsite

As part of Apple’s new Hearing Health monitoring, the update will bring users a new Noise app that will monitor your environment and track loud noise exposure.

June 4, 2019

Safety

Trench collapse in Neb. that injured 2 results in $106,078 proposed fine

A construction company in Nebraska receives $106,078 in OSHA citation fines for a trench collapse that injured two workers. Details here on Equipment World.

May 22, 2019

Safety

OSHA rule changes expected to save contractors money

OSHA's rule changes will affect the construction industry in a big way. The changes could result in $5.8 million a year in savings to the construction industry.

May 20, 2019

Safety

House Subcommittee proposes increasing FY 2020 budgets for MSHA, OSHA, NIOSH

A budget bill drafted by the House subcommittee for the FY 2020 aims to increase funding for OSHA, MSHA, and NIOSH. Learn more about the proposed budgets here.

May 17, 2019

Safety

New safety vests, gloves designed for women in construction

Construction firm Skanska got tired of seeing its female employees struggle with unisex safety vests and gloves that didn’t fit properly. So it partnered with Colony Hardware and Radians to create off-the-shelf safety vests and gloves designed for women that are now available companywide and will eventually be for sale to the public, the company […]

May 14, 2019

Safety

OSHA’s Stand-Down urges contractors to break for fall-prevention talks

The Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in construction is a voluntary event designed for employers to talk with workers about fall hazards and fall prevention.

May 7, 2019