Safety

There’s something about August that hits different in this industry. The long days, the high heat, the packed schedules — it’s the...

Nick Steiner had his first experience with an OSHA intervention many years ago while working as a shop floor employee. Since then,...

Geoffrey Grant, a supervisor with All States Construction in Killingly, Connecticut, says his team has a variety of ways to stay safe...

Maybe you’ve heard of OSHA’s “hierarchy of controls” in a safety training class or seen it on a sign somewhere. But do...

NASSCO’s Health and Safety Committee is excited to announce the release of a new confined space safety video available on nassco.org. This...

For the past nine years in June, the National Utility Contractors Association has held its Trench Safety Stand Down Week for the utility...

June 2025 has been declared Trench Safety Month by the National Utility Contractors Association, further highlighting the association's innovative educational and safety program,...

Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age, and even to young people. Despite being one of the leading causes of death and...

In the utility contracting industry, there are many hazards associated with daily tasks. One of the key components of a safe workplace...

Much of what the water and wastewater industry does is on the backs of commercial-size trucks. Commercial trucks require drivers with commercial...

When you see a crew out on the job site working, what do you tend to look for and think of first?...

Choosing the right personal protective equipment can be a complex task, as it requires considering various factors such as the specific work...

Nick Steiner had his first experience with an OSHA intervention many years ago while working as a shop floor employee. Since then,...

April serves as a pivotal month for emphasizing safety on roadways, marking both National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and National Work Zone...

In observance of National Safe Digging Month in April, the Common Ground Alliance (CGA) announced results from a recent national survey that...

The high-pressure pump is critical to hydroexcavating, jetting and washdown equipment and must perform in a wide range of environments. That’s why...

Excavation work pushes your body to the limit. If you don’t take care of it, breakdowns are inevitable. Keep yourself in top...