Employee Safety Training and Orientation
byExcavation work is inherently dangerous. Prior to starting work at a jobsite, workers should be informed of the potential hazards that may exist in…
Safety & Training
More Than 22,500 Workers Took Part in the 2018 Trench Safety Stand Down
byThe results of the 2018 Trench Safety Stand Down (TSSD) Week, sponsored by NUCA, the North American Shoring and Excavation Association (NAXSA), and the…
Linear Slide Rail System Used for Las Vegas Installation
byA Las Vegas contractor was tasked with constructing new culverts and replacing deteriorating culvert lines located on the grounds of a future sporting arena….
Workers Must Stay Hydrated
byWorkers can be at risk of dehydration especially when performing construction work on a hot, humid day. However, it is important to note that…
Five Ways Drones Can Improve Safety in the Utilities Industry
byIn today’s digital economy, U.S. utility companies are rethinking their operations as advanced technologies present new opportunities to stay competitive while also improving worker…
June Is National Safety Month
byThe National Safety Council (NSC) has designated June as National Safety Month. The NSC, along with thousands of safety-minded organizations across the country, observe…
One Roll of the Dice Could Cost a Worker’s Life
byOur industry is making progress, but workers are still being fatally injured by trench cave-ins. The No. 1 rule of excavation safety is to…
The Impact of Distracted Driving While Operating Heavy Machinery
byThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that on a daily basis, nine people are killed and more than 1,000 injured as a…
Buried Alive: Joe’s Story
byBuried alive. Alone. Screaming you know no one can hear. You wonder if the rescuers can get to you in time. You can’t move…
Sleepless on the Job
byEverybody needs a good night’s sleep in order to rejuvenate the body. Unlike a truck that recharges while it is running, the body needs…