Entries Tagged Job Safety

The average weight of an excavator is around 35,000 pounds, the average weight of a backhoe is around 25,000 pounds, the average...

September marks National Preparedness Month, an annual observance in the United States aimed at promoting disaster planning and emergency preparedness. For the...

Humans are unique in that we can develop tools to help us do our jobs easier, faster and safer. Manufacturers have been...

In recognition of 811 day on Aug. 11, Common Ground Alliance and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration...

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s mission is to “assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting...

The truck driving down I-94 in Milwaukee had a mud flap hanging off. Many trucks repeatedly tried to warn the driver on...

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

Understanding soil conditions is crucial for any excavation project. The right soil can make your job a breeze, while the wrong one...

In the utility construction industry, safety is of paramount importance, given the high-risk environments and the complex tasks involved. Ensuring that workers...

June 2024 has been declared Trench Safety Month by the National Utility Contractors Association, further highlighting its innovative educational and safety program,...

Millions of motor vehicle accidents occur each year in the U.S. With so many drivers on the road every day and commercial insurance...

In the water and sewer industry there are many hazards within the daily work that put employees at risk. Whether it’s working...

In a move to bolster safety across off-highway equipment industries, the Association of Equipment Manufacturers recently introduced a free online safety toolkit...

Confined spaces with poor ventilation trap dangerous gases and particulate matter in the atmosphere, exposing workers to potential respiratory infection, illness or...