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Telematics Data Can Help Improve Driver Behavior, Safety

Use telematics as a tool to identify problems with driver behavior and address the root cause

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Construction Begins on Golden Gate Bridge Suicide Barrier Net

The barrier will be made of 385,000 sq. ft. of marine-grade stainless steel — enough to cover seven football fields

Rendering of what the suicide barrier net on the Golden Gate bridge may look like.

[VIDEO] ASSP Puts Fall Protection Practice in a Safe Virtual Reality Experience

American Society of Safety Professionals' VR resource allows workers to practice good fall safety habits in a safe, virtual world

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EPA Is Now Allowing Asbestos Back into Construction Materials

Asbestos imports have increased four-fold since the first of the year, and the proposed EPA ruling would leave protecting construction workers from asbestos up to states and you

Banned by most developed countries except the U.S., asbestos is still a factor in about 40,000 deaths, and poses a major health risk for everyone who comes into contact with it.

OSHA Safe + Sound Week Starts August 13

Occupational Safety & Health Administration

Safe + Sound Week (Aug. 13-19) is a nationwide event to raise awareness and understanding of the value of safety and health programs

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New Company Releases High-Performance Work Wear Designed to Fit Women

SeeHerWork sells workwear, safety equipment and other job-specific products specifically made for the female form

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Venture Gear Electronic Earmuffs

Pyramex Safety Products

Clandestine and Sentinel Powered Earmuffs give you options for amplified hearing of quiet sounds and protection from loud, harmful noise

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3 Ways to Improve Jobsite Productivity and Safety

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

These technologies can help you gather data to make more informed decisions and improve productivity, safety and the bottom line.

Construction is one of the industries that is anticipated to see the largest drone spending this year, according to International Data Corporation (IDC).

IoT Technologies Add to The Safety Toolbox

Technology can help construction firms manage risks and improve jobsite safety.

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New Online Tool Creates Custom, Written Safety Plans for OSHA Compliance

SafetyPlans.com is currently offering its plans for OSHA’s new general industry and construction silica regulations free of charge

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4 Ways Construction Safety Could Change In the Year Ahead

Integration of new technologies, changes in data collection, new training requirements and an increased focus on resiliency will all have an effect on the construction industry this year

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CPWR Construction Chart Book Measures Key Issues in US Construction Employment

Sixth edition sheds light on recent trends, including change in union rolls, number of workers returned to work since the recession, percentage of workers who have health insurance

78.3% of wage earners in construction had health insurance, a lower proportion than any other industry except agriculture. Just 49.1% of construction wage-and-salary workers had health insurance provided by their employer or union.

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