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How Drug Screening and Background Checks Reduce Workplace Injuries

Shield Screening

The efficacy of drug screening and background checks lies in their technical implementation and ability to foster a culture of safety within the construction industry.

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Caterpillar

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Extreme Heat Worker Rule Proposed by White House

U.S. Department of Labor

Employers would be required to provide training and have procedures to respond if a worker is experiencing signs and symptoms of a heat-related illness.

Among other things, the plan would require employers to evaluate heat risks and — when heat increases risks to workers — implement requirements for drinking water, rest breaks, and control of indoor heat. It would also require a plan to protect new or returning workers unaccustomed to working in high-heat conditions.

Peer Support to Build Connections with Recovery Allies

An increasing number of organizations throughout the construction industry are offering peer support programs for construction pros and further destigmatizing recovery. Here are two.

Paul Lawson, Risk Management Coordinator & Lead Mental Health Advocate For Mid-City Electric/Technologies in Columbus, Ohio, visits a jobsite during Mental Health Awareness Month.

Quality Control

Record360 Unveils AI Blur Detection Feature

The feature helps users avoid blurry photos in real-time, supporting the outcome of inspections.

The feature helps users avoid blurry photos in real-time, supporting the outcome of inspections.

Quality Control

Uptake Launches Tire Insights for Fleet Maintenance

Uptake’s solution uses analytics to detect tire-related issues, such as leaks, sensor malfunctions and pressure drops.

Uptake’s solution uses analytics to detect tire-related issues, such as leaks, sensor malfunctions and pressure drops.

ForConstructionPros.com's New Award Recognizes Construction Pros in Office and on Jobsite

ForConstructionPros.com launched the PACER award, which recognizes construction pros on the jobsite and in the office for their accomplishments in shaping the construction industry.

Henkel Starts Program to Improve Heavy Equipment Sustainability

Henkel Corporation

Henkel’s program focuses on the design, build, and use of vehicles and equipment that prioritize people and the environment.

Working toward climate protection includes formulas for metal cleaning processes that reduce required bath temperatures, lower chemical consumption, and decrease energy use.

Build Better: Integrative Strategies for Traffic & Construction Safety

An effective plan minimizes downtime and helps keep personnel in the work zone safe.

For construction projects intersecting with or on roadways or heavily trafficked areas, proficient traffic management is essential.

United Rentals Hosts Trench Safety Webinar June 19

United Rentals Inc.

The webinar, Understanding Trench Safety Essentials, addresses commonly misunderstood aspects of trench safety.

Some of the commonly misunderstood trench safety issues will be discussed in the webinar.

Construction Technology Helps Eliminate Rework & Improves Efficiency

Komatsu America Corp.

Komatsu Demo Days: Getting up close to and operating equipment help our team learn more about the machines in the dirt.

Several wheel loaders were available to operate.

FleetWatcher to Use Paver Data to Track Work Zones, Improve Safety

The system uses data from pavers to navigation apps to identify work zones.

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How Proper Ergonomics on Jobsites Help Protect Workers

Sentry Insurance

Ergonomic injuries are largely preventable. Help your team recognize tasks that may create physical limitations and use the resources available to put them in safer positions.

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