Construction workers face many dangers on a daily basis when they head to a job site. They face enough challenges when they're on the job that they don't need any additional risks. Unfortunately, there are some non-job-related factors that can be problematic for...
When you grab a tool at a construction site, you expect that it is going to work as intended. Unfortunately, defects and issues can occur with equipment. There is a chance that this will lead to an incident causing an injury.Injuries from power tools can be very...
Construction often requires workers to do their job far above the ground. Instead of teetering on top of ladders, it is common practice for workers to use scaffolding to reach the worksite. Scaffolding is better than ladders in a number of ways. A single scaffolding...
There are so many things that can go wrong at a construction site. It is imperative that all employers who have employees in these areas have a proper safety protocol in place to reduce the risk that something is going to happen that leads to a worker injury. While...
Construction workers count on specific tools to do their jobs every day. They should be able to use them without having to worry about the tools being defective. Unfortunately, there are times when a defective tool causes an injury on the job site. The interesting...
There are many different accidents that can come with construction work. One of the top priorities of construction companies must be reducing the risk of these hazards. It is imperative that they develop protocol and procedures that are clearly conveyed to the...
Construction sites are inherently dangerous locations. Most construction workers employed in California understand these dangers and take steps to protect themselves. However, as we all know, mishaps can occur anyway, leaving workers suffering from construction site...
Nanotechnology has a growing presence in many industries. This includes construction. There are a range of new construction materials that contain such technology. Recently, the Center for Construction Research and Training conducted a survey of over 250 unionized...
