Safety Tips

Are you part of a construction crew that routinely has to excavate in order to accomplish your assignment? Are you part of a landscaping company that also installs automatic sprinkler systems? If you find yourself in a position like this, or one that is similar, then you know the very important rule:  Check before you dig. You never know what...

STOP Sign History Did you know, the first STOP traffic sign ever made was printed on white back ground with black lettering, during 1915 in Detroit, Michigan. However, between 1935 and 1971 the STOP sign took on a variety of colors.  Looking back, history shows how the STOP sign was designed with red letters on a yellow background, and yellow...

The top causes of fatalities from construction workplace accidents are falls, electrocution, being struck by an object, and being caught in-between objects. These accidents can be greatly reduced with better safety procedures including making sure the workers are wearing safety apparel appropriate to the job. Here are some ways to prevent these accidents. Falls Most construction-related deaths and serious injuries are caused by falls...

Out of all the jobs out there, those in the construction industry are among the most dangerous. Whether you’re in the trenches, on the road, or up a scaffold, you need to take all the pr ecautions necessary to make sure you’re constantly protected. Falls, electrical shocks, and collisions are just some of the things that can happen while on...

Whether you work in construction, emergency services, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC, at some point  you are going to have to work in inclement weather. These tips will help ensure you work as safely as possible. Wear the Right GearYou won't be focusing on the task at hand if you are wet and miserable. Proper rain gear should be layered. If it's...

Being in the construction industry can be very rewarding, but it also comes with its own set of unique dangers that pose a ri  sk to workers every day. In particular, roadside construction workers face even greater threats because of their location. With motorists zooming by at all times, roadside contraction workers must deal with the potential of being struck...

Anything can happen on the job, especially for those who are in the construction industry. Injuries happen all the time, and many times these situations can be avoided if certain safety precautions had been followed. While various injuries occur on occasion, eye injuries can be particularly difficult to deal with. About 300,000 Americans are forced to head to the ER every...

Summer is a time for warmer weather and sunshine, but depending on where you live, summer thunderstorms can be almost daily issues. This is especially true in areas such as Florida and Louisiana. Although the rain can be a welcomed cooling factor on hot days it can really increase the risk for injury on road construction sites. Slick roadways along with...

It’s always important to make sure that workers are kept safe while on the job site. In addition, it’s critical to have a safety plan, and train employees on it. It’s also wise to regularly retrain employees on such a plan in order to ensure that they understand exactly what needs to be done in order to prevent any avoidable accidents. Looking...

Did you recently bring out your chain saw for that tree limb that crashed down on to your front lawn? Did you bring out cut resistant gloves or eye protection with that saw? Using a saw, a hammer, or other type of tool always calls for the use of personal protection equipment. However when it comes to working around our...