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Reopening a construction business in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic won’t be easy, but it may be the catalyst to make the industry better than ever before.
Read MoreProposed Florida Bill Would Require Heat-Illness Training
Under a new proposed bill, Florida’s construction and agriculture employers could be required to train outdoor employees on how to avoid heat-related illnesses. This heat-illness prevention bill would set a standard for outdoor workers to be given plenty of drinking water and access to shade with 10-minute rest breaks after 2 hours of outside work.
Read More4 Safety Practices for the Modern Jobsite
A similar trend appears when looking at materials-handling practices. 86% of contractors from large companies reported that they formally plan how materials will be handled once work is awarded, and 72% reported that they meet with employees for a discussion on how materials will be moved. In comparison, small and midsize companies reported they develop a formal plan for material handling, but only 54% conduct those meetings with employees.
Read MoreNo Construction Company Is Immune To Workplace Hazards, Vermont Building Contractors Are No Exception
The construction industry contributes close to 4% of America’s workforce. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there were 1034 construction workplace fatalities in 2016. We’ve all heard horror stories of workplace catastrophes, injuries and near death experiences on the job site. There are four major causes of construction fatalities, falls, electrocution, being struck by an object and getting caught in between or inside a piece of equipment or an object at the job site. Although we do our best, accidents and injuries do happen. One can only imagine the pain and suffering that could have been avoided had there been appropriate safety procedures and staff training in place. Safety should always be at the forefront of everyone’s mind while on the job.
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