Last month brought another strong lineup of industry coverage, expert insights and practical strategies from across the underground construction and vacuum excavation sectors. To help readers stay caught up, we’re rounding up some of the most-read online stories from June on Dig Different.
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5. NUCA Highlighting Trench Safety in June
The National Utility Contractors Association dedicated June to Trench Safety Month, hosting vital education and training events at job sites nationwide. Initiatives like the annual Trench Safety Stand Down are successfully reducing preventable excavation fatalities even as the industry expands to meet new infrastructure demands.
4. How to Protect Crews When Workloads Surge
Summer construction pushes crews to the limit, turning everyday scheduling and staffing choices into critical safety decisions. In this online article, read about practical strategies for managing peak-season risks.
3. 7 Articles to Read in Recognition of National Safety Month
The National Safety Council kicked off the 30th anniversary of National Safety Month this June, calling on organizations and individuals across the country to take action against preventable injuries. In recognition of National Safety Month, check out these seven recent articles about safety from the Dig Different archives.
2. Advocating for Infrastructure Rehabilitation
NASSCO recently expanded its advocacy efforts with an inaugural Ottawa Fly-In, bringing industry professionals and Canadian officials together to champion trenchless technology and essential infrastructure funding.
1. How to Hold Safety Meetings That Stick
If your safety meetings feel like generic, repetitive lectures, your crew is likely tuning out critical information. Read about how shifting to hands-on demonstrations and actionable follow-ups can turn passive compliance into active workplace safety.
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