Regardless of your stance on the topic, there’s an undeniable “what-if” observed in the challenge of climate change. The case is no different for the construction-minded—if anything, there is a…
Work gloves are an essential part of PPE, but it’s important to select a glove that works for you. Take these factors into consideration: Sizing & Fit When selecting work…
Visit any construction site, and you’ll see it. Seemingly innocent, hugging the base of the freshly installed drywall, along the crevices of kitchen cabinets, blanketed over the interlocking ceramic tile….
There are many potential hazards associated with working on construction site. These hazards are either eliminated or reduced by implementing safety policies and procedures (such as mandatory use of personal…
Did you know that, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls account for approximately 15% of all accidental deaths? How about that more than 9 million slip-and-falls…
Working outdoors can be good for you (for benefits associated with working outdoors, click here), but it’s important that you dress appropriately to protect yourself this winter season. Here’s a…
Most would agree the holidays can have their stress points. With distraction and over-activity comes threats to job site activity that aren’t worth the chance. Onsite Safety’s blog features some…
If I’ve learned anything during my time in construction, it’s that preparation is a GC’s best friend. With temps plummeting, there are a few changes ahead aside from the temperature…
Today I watched a TED talk that grabbed my attention in an unanticipated way. The speaker, Behrokh Khoshnevis, began with an interesting introduction to our basic need for shelter stemming…
After nearly two decades of waiting, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) released a lengthy expansion to its regulation surrounding exposure to crystalline silica. Following the foundation of the…