Industrial / Construction
Browse industrial and construction safety tips, audits, articles, resources and more to help keep workers safe and healthy.
Safety Tip: Working with Wet Concrete
Concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials, commonly found on both residential and commercial construction sites. But…
Crane Slings Aren’t as Simple as They Seem
Cranes, winches and similar lifting devices are a common sight on construction sites and in industrial settings. But workers aren’t…
New OSHA Ladder Safety Brochure Helps Prevent Falls
Falls are the leading cause of death in construction every year, and falls from ladders make up nearly a…
New Safety Pro Certification Program Introduced
The Institute for Safety and Health Management (ISHM) has developed a new certification program to recognize those employees whose duties…
Safety Strategies for Excavating Around Underground Utilities
Nothing brings construction projects to a halt faster than the discovery of a gas pipe, electrical line, sewer tile or…
Language Barriers Can Cue Workplace Disasters
On June 27, 2011, a worker at a poultry processing plant in Arkansas inadvertently created and released chlorine gas into…
Construction Fall Prevention Safety Tips
With the OSHA Fall Prevention Directive for residential construction taking effect next month, this is a good time to renew…
OSHA Regulations Related to Occupational Asbestos Exposure
As an employer or employee, there are many safety regulations that you are familiar with. But do you know how…
OSHA Inspectors Advised To Review Safety Incentive Programs
Your next OSHA visit just might include a review of your safety incentive program – because OSHA has noticed that…
Safety Tip: 5 Ways to Protect Young Workers
More than 20,000 young workers are injured or killed annually in the U.S. Here are some NIOSH recommendations employers can…
