Safety is paramount in the sheet metal workplace, and yet, hazards lurk in even the most benign environments. From slips and falls to chemical exposures, the potential for accidents is always present.

A Hazard is anything that has the potential to cause harm, injuries, accidents or other undesirable effects. A Risk is the possibility that a personal injury, property loss or environmental harm will ...

Seven hazards frequently occur on construction sites. Here’s how recognizing and training workers on these dangers can significantly improve workplace safety and productivity. Physical hazards in ...

Regulatory expectations in construction continue to tighten as clients, insurers, and principal contractors demand clearer evidence of workforce competence.

OSHA earlier this week unveiled a new interactive training tool designed to help small businesses identify safety hazards in the workplace. The hazard-identification program “is an interactive, online ...

Strong safety cultures improve project reliability, reduce rework, and can lead to financial benefits such as better ...

This first-in-the-nation bachelor’s degree prepares students for occupational safety and health program management positions in the construction industry. This is a field that demands critical ...

All of the activity above, below and on the ground at a construction worksite can create hazards for your employees and for contractor employees. One way to protect your employees is by providing ...

Construction electrocutions remain a significant hazard, often caused by organizational failures, poor safety practices, and outdated equipment. Technologies like wearable voltage detectors, AI-based ...

The United State’s worker fatality rate has not changed between 2008 and 2017, remaining at 3.5 workers per 100,000. Despite rising investments in employee health and safety over the same period (12% ...

Physical hazards in construction sites are commonplace. They are just one of the many types of hazards construction workers can face, though. Below are seven common hazards on construction sites and ...