For centuries, safety in the construction industry was left to common sense and on-the-job experience. In the late 1960s, worker safety become part of the national conversation and employers were required to provide their employees with working conditions that are free of known dangers, leading to the establishment of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
As technologies advance and become more available and cost-effective, new and improved solutions to streamline operations, improve safety and boost productivity emerge. One such emerging area in construction is 3D technology, which is solving safety and productivity challenges industry-wide. What is 3D Technology? Generally speaking, 3D technology is as any kind of technology that enhances…
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), in coordination with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently released a new fact sheet to improve workplace safety on residential construction sites. Using statistics gathered through surveys, this fact sheet focuses primarily on the dangers associated with enclosed spaces like attics and basements. What the New…