Let's face it; construction sites are dangerous places. Besides the physical nature of the work, construction site workers are also often required to operate dangerous machinery and work from elevated heights. Thanks to the hazardous nature of construction work,...
It is widely accepted that construction sites are one of the most hazardous places to work. Working from heights, trip hazards and heavy machinery all present significant safety risks to employees. One hazard that is often overlooked is loud noises. Noises from saws,...
When you work in construction, your boss may ask you to climb a ladder at some point. They might not tell you ladders are one of the most dangerous ways to work above the ground. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that 15% of workplace...
While trenches on a construction site do not have the same threat of death as those on a battlefield, they are not risk-free, and many of their hazards are the same. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues guidance that employers using trenches...
Construction site hazards can come in the form of falls from height, explosions, collapsing structures, toxic exposure and vehicle accidents. One of the deadliest accidents is the cave-in or trench collapse. What can be done to prevent this workplace tragedy? On many...
Construction workers face several risks when they’re working -- including electrocution. It’s imperative that all construction workers understand the dangers of electrical hazards because this type of accident can lead to catastrophic or fatal injuries. There are...
Working in Cleveland and local areas, you know that being on the road and working construction is extremely dangerous. There is always a flood of traffic, and drivers aren’t always patient. There are many hazards that construction workers face when they work in road...
Construction workplaces can be dangerous for workers, and some of the injuries that workers suffer can be fatal. Four types of accidents cause the majority of deaths in the construction industry. The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has dubbed...
This year brought a boon to infrastructure building projects in Ohio. As roads have to bear more trade coming from and going through the Buckeye State, the government in Columbus made moves to increase the funding needed to keep cars and trucks moving."As Ohio's...
Construction is one of the most dangerous jobs in the United States, along with fishing in the open ocean and providing emergency services. This is why many protections required by federal and Ohio law on all construction sites to help ensure that workers are exposed...
