Safety

Colder temps present some hazards we need to remember before heading outside. The effects of cold weather on employees working outside can cause...

f 1. Know what to expectFirst things first, if an inspector does arrive at your place of business, ask them to show you...

As ergonomic tool design becomes the standard, understanding basic ergonomic features to look for when making a purchase will help ensure you...

Working in a confined space exposes workers to risks that can lead to devastating injuries. A confined space is defined as an...

Every person on a job site is responsible not only for his or her own safety but also the safety of those...

The National Utility Contractors Association’s Trench Safety Stand Down (TSSD) for 2022 officially ended Sept. 30. This year’s industrywide event reinforced a...

The National Utility Contractors Association recently announced the first two members who have completed the association’s new safety program, which aims to enhance...

There are many reasons that you might get a visit from an OSHA inspector. Primarily, if there is an accident that results in...

More than 279 times each day, or 102,000 times in 2021, a crash occurred in a work zone. Of the 156 pedestrian...

To help members reach safety goals, the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) is introducing the NUCA Safety, Training, Awareness and Recognition (NUCA...

It takes more than a safety coordinator to produce accident-free work environments. But pairing someone in charge of safety with a team...

There’s no argument that a hard hat is essential on a construction job site, but should you or your crew members be...

June is National Safety Month and EquipmentShare, an equipment rental and technology company, is using the occasion to promote a new initiative:...

As part of June’s Trench Safety Month, the National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) recently participated in OSHA Demo Day, an exhibition showcasing...

In physically demanding jobs, hydration is essential to not only worker productivity but also safety. This is especially true in the summer...

Safety and quality are two of the most inseparable components to success on a job site. You can't have one without the...

I’ve been in the construction industry for my entire life. I am proud of our industry and the great work we do...