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CPWR Construction Chart Book Measures Key Issues in US Construction Employment

Sixth edition sheds light on recent trends, including change in union rolls, number of workers returned to work since the recession, percentage of workers who have health insurance

78.3% of wage earners in construction had health insurance, a lower proportion than any other industry except agriculture. Just 49.1% of construction wage-and-salary workers had health insurance provided by their employer or union.

Cobalt Series Camera

OxBlue's Cobalt Series camera provides clear images and HD video of construction projects and jobsites

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Best Practice Guide for Construction Safety Managers Aims to Simplify Compliance

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Industry training resource covers OSHA standards, written program requirements, includes a sample safety checklist and more

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One Killed, Fifteen More Injured in Texas Construction Site Explosion

Witnesses said a generator in an hospital-expansion project exploded, but a gas line also remains suspect. The death and injuries all suffered by construction workers

Explosion rocks Gatesville, Texas, hospital-expansion project site. One construction worker was killed and 12 more injured. Total of 15 people were injured.

Milwaukee Launches Heated Gloves Built to Survive the Jobsite

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Powered by rechargeable REDLITHIUM battery technology, the new gloves heat on-demand, providing up to 6 hours of run-time. Built to be worn both on and off the jobsite, the gloves are also designed with features to improve overall dexterity and mobility.

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SC&RA Unveils Severe Weather Guidelines for the Crane & Rigging Industry

Guidelines outline job preparation before, during and after severe weather and are intended to minimize risks, reinforce safe work practices and positively communicate preparedness

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Top 10 Causes of Disabling Injuries

The 2018 Workplace Safety Index showed a 1.5% reduction in serious accidents but the cost of serious workplace injuries rose 3% in the past year to more than $58 billion

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Protect Outdoor Workers from Heat Illness

Here are tips to help you protect your workers during the extreme heat event days expected this summer

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BKT Looks to Technology, New Materials to Achieve 10% Global OTR Market Share Goals

The multinational tire company is looking to not only expand its product offerings, but explore new technologies and materials to deliver unique solutions to OTR tire customers.

Rajiv Poddar, joint managing director, BKT, discusses the evolution of the Earthmax OTR tire range.

Proactive Off-Road Tire Management Saves Thousands in Cost and Time

The cost of construction equipment tires and oversized influence of inflation maintenance on their life are compelling arguments for implementing a dedicated management program

The EMTrack OTR tire performance monitoring system allows the user to review customizable reports in real time regardless of their geographic location.

Industrial Truck Association Raises Safety Awareness During Fifth Annual National Forklift Safety Day

Association’s event highlights forklift usage safety, importance of proper operator training

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How to Prevent Construction Accidents: 5 Safety Best Practices That Can Help

The following five safety guidelines from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers may seem basic, but they help ensure safe operating practices every day

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