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Worker Safety: Arizona Congressman Set To Abolish OSHA

Andy Biggs (AZ - R), who has served Arizona's fifth district since 2017, introduced a new bill that would abolish the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, ending more than 50 years of national progress for worker and jobsite safety.

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Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Construction

How Jon O'Brien and the Keystone Contractors Association expanded awareness and advocacy in the construction industry in Pennsylvania.

With legislative support, Pennsylvania began recognizing Construction Opioid Awareness Week annually, allowing the Keystone Contractors Association to spread its message across the industry.

Prioritizing Workzone Safety in the State of Florida

Asphalt Contractors Association of Florida, Inc.

President of the Asphalt Contractors Association of Florida, says this is a call to action for protecting Florida road workers, and asphalt workers everywhere.

A photo from the SWIFTT event. The FDOT secretary is at the podium with the participants in the past (except Dan Hurtado, FDOT, second from left).

Construction Network Announces Winners of First-Ever PACER Award

This year's winners exhibit leadership, mentorship, professionalism and integrity. Here's a breakdown of the Top 4 overall winners by brand.

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Tech Trends for Concrete Contractors

Here are 4 ways concrete contractors are taking advantage of technology.

Sensera Concrete Foundation

Inside the Mining Industry's New Opioid Prevention Resource

The Mine Safety and Health Administration and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health partnered for a new opioid prevention guide.

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Confronting & Overcoming Substance Abuse in the Construction Industry

Building the enduring structures and skylines of tomorrow is rightfully a source of pride. It shouldn’t be an on-ramp to substance abuse and overdose, nor should it have to be.

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Caterpillar Offers Safety Series for Leaders

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“MindShift for Leaders” offers an alternative to conventional methods of managing safety systems.

Caterpillar Safety Services is dedicated to finding new and innovative ways to improve workplace safety.

Simformotion Unveils New Small Dozer Simulator System

Simformation LLC

Set in a construction environment, the hands-on training system teaches learners how to operate the Small Dozer, including inspecting the machine, maneuvering it off and onto a trailer, backfilling, V-ditch building and more.

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Confusion Over Head Protection Puts Workers at Risk

International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA)

Head protection has been a cornerstone of workplace safety for decades. The good news is, there have never been more head protection options than there are today.

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CASE Construction Partners With Volunteer Veterans for Hurricane Cleanup

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As Team Rubicon deploys volunteers to western North Carolina, CASE is providing compact track loaders, excavators and more to help with cleanup.

“Greyshirt” volunteers from Team Rubicon rely on loaned and donated equipment from CASE essential to clearing debris and opening roadways in disaster-stricken communities.

8 Ways to Increase Safety Around Heavy Equipment

Sentry Insurance

Construction sites, especially those involving heavy equipment, carry significant safety risks. Mistakes or overlooked protocols can lead to accidents that harm workers and derail projects.

If an excavator arm reaches too far into an area adjacent to a power source, it could lead to injury or death for the operator as well as those nearby.

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