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OSHA Proposes Fines Against Contractor for Cave-in Hazards

OSHA is proposing $354,000 in fines against a Massachusetts contractor for exposing employees to cave-in hazards and unprotected trenches and excavations.

US Department of Labor Agencies to Host Live Web Chats

Web chats between July 11 and 15 are open to the public and will discuss the agencies' regulatory agendas.

Ritchie Bros. Launches New Financing, Warranty and Insurance Services

Ritchie Bros. Launches New Financing, Warranty and Insurance Services

SCANDAL: City Takes Another Look at Sites Under Supervision of Rogue Inspectors

Safety concerns arise after two building inspectors plead guilty to granting site approvals in exchange for payment.

Don't Use Cranes to Lift People: IPAF Welcomes FEM Statement

IPAF welcomes the position paper issued by the FEM Product Group for Cranes and Lifting Equipment, which states that cranes should not be used for lifting people, except in exceptional circumstances.

Design for Pervious Concrete Seminar and Workshop

The success of pervious concrete construction largely depends on the design and construction procedures, attendees of the event will gain a better understanding about pervious concrete stormwater systems.

Keep Feet Safe on the Construction Jobsite

Online safety columnist Michael Rich offers helpful tips for choosing footwear for the jobsite.

Cummins Gets New MSHA Approval for Ram Underground Mining Pickup

Ram continues to be the only MSHA-approved underground pickup truck

AGC Offers Webinar on Construction Costs

Forecasters say where they think prices are headed and what to watch for.

Operating Engineers Strike Looms in New York

The construction industry tries to extract givebacks from Locals 14 and 15 of the International Union of Operating Engineers for Thursday's contract deadline

Prevent Back Injuries at Work

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