Video: Stump Cutter Safety and Operations

An operator presence system offers additional safety when operating a stump cutter, but proper safety practices including personal protection equipment, keeping a safe distance from the cutter wheel and reading the safety manual are also required for safe operation.

Jul 10, 2012

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House Republicans Advance Ban On Heat Safety Standard, Workers To Absorb The Risk

August 19, 2026

KASK Expands Helmet Line

August 17, 2026

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Reducing Struck-By Risk: The Case for Automated Fleets

August 14, 2026

Kristi Ronyak And The Mission Behind Construction Angels

May 23, 2026

House Republicans Advance Ban On Heat Safety Standard, Workers To Absorb The Risk

H.R. 6213 cleared committee on a party-line vote. It would bar the Department of Labor from ever finalizing a federal heat rule, including the performance-based version the road builders themselves asked for.

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KASK Expands Helmet Line

The ZENITH X2 is designed for utility workers exposed to arc flash hazards and features fire-resistant materials, Type II protection and ASTM testing.

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Reducing Struck-By Risk: The Case for Automated Fleets

Autonomous Solutions, Inc. (ASI)

Automated fleet technology can help contractors reduce struck-by exposure, improve workforce efficiency and manage heavy equipment more safely.

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Kristi Ronyak And The Mission Behind Construction Angels

Construction Angels

The charity supports families who have been impacted by the loss of a loved one from work zone accidents.

Jean-Claude Fayat On Digitalization, Trade, And The Future Of Road Building

The president of FAYAT Group sat down with Asphalt Contractor at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 to talk technology adoption, the economics of sustainability, tariff pressure, and what makes a wine truly great.

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Work Zone Safety Hinges on Visibility, Driver Recognition and Timing

Work zone risks remain high as short-term setups and driver behavior create hazards. Visibility, recognition and timing play a critical role in preventing incidents.

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Outdated Jobsite Technology is Driving Hidden Costs Across Construction

Legacy surveillance and connectivity systems are creating security risks, downtime and inefficiencies as construction shifts toward cloud-based, real-time jobsite technology.

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Milling In The Dark: Lights, Cameras, Action?

Portable Lighting Solutions

Between work zone safety, speed cameras, and what the industry still needs from lawmakers -- night highway milling is some of the most dangerous work in construction.

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Wearable Tech Is the New Frontline In Protecting Labor Rights

Epicore Biosystems

Heat stress is one of the most dangerous hazards on construction and energy jobsites, yet it often builds silently over long shifts.

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Elgin Sweeper, CPAC Systems Launch 360 Camera System for Street Sweepers

Elgin Sweeper Company, subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation

The 360 camera system for street sweepers is designed to reduce blind spots, improve visibility and support safer maneuvering.

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Inadequate, Ill-Fitting PPE is Putting Women at Risk on the Jobsite

Millions of women in construction and other industries still lack properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE), creating safety hazards, psychological stress and reduced jobsite efficiency.

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Avetta’s Cultural Maturity Index Maps to ANSI and ISO Standards

Developed in partnership with the American Society of Safety Professionals, the CMI provides hiring clients actionable insights into the cultural drivers of their supply chains’ safety performance.

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