Industry: Construction

The construction industry is one of the most hazardous industries that alone accounted for 1 in 5 worker fatalities in 2019 (source). The hazards of this type of work - including falls, being struck by...

As the reliable source of information for each hazardous chemical, safety data sheets (SDS) include details needed for employers, employees, safety and health professionals, emergency responders, government agencies, and consumers.

Although personal protective equipment (or PPE for short) should be considered one of the last lines of defense against workplace hazards, it is still essential to keep workers safe. Use this PPE assessment to help...

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Luke Bramblett, Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), is responsible for OSHA compliance and added potential risks with a major facility renovation for the Derby's 150-year celebration in 2023. Bramblett’s first order of business...

In partnership with EHS Today, KPA conducted an industry survey to explore trends in company EHS programs. The findings are clear: high-performance EHS programs elevate safety as an organization-wide priority. Read the results.

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Yes, it’s that time of year again. Fall is ending, and to paraphrase Ned Stark: the cold season will soon arrive. (Doesn’t seem to have the same ring to it, huh?) We’ve collected some articles...

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It’s no secret that the construction industry is full of risks. Nearly 1 in 5 deaths among U.S. workers is in the construction industry. So it’s easy to see why construction companies are always on...