Tenth Anniversary of the Salvation Army Building Collapse in Philadelphia

On June 5, 2013, a building undergoing demolition collapsed onto the neighboring Salvation Army Thrift Store at the southeast corner of 22nd and Market Streets […]

Who is The Competent Person on Your Job Site?

The answer to this question might not always be clear. Since OSHA only provides guidelines and not specific standards for what is considered a competent […]

Take Time Out for a Safety Stand-Down

Encourage Worksite Safety, Support National Safety Stand Down Week The National Safety Stand-Down Week is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about fall protection. […]

National Work Zone Awareness (Week)

National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) takes place nationwide, between state departments of transportation (DOT’s), national road safety organizations, government agencies, private companies, and individuals. […]

Ladder Safety is Imperative Every Month

The American Ladder Institute recommends that ladders be viewed like any other important tool on the jobsite, and has designated March, National Ladder Safety Month, […]

Forklift Safety

Forklift Traffic Has Increased. So Have Forklift Accidents. What You Need to Know About Forklift Safety. Powered Industrial Trucks . . . also known as forklifts or […]

Women In Construction – Insights and Hiring Tips

Women are making huge strides in the construction industry, but there is still work to be done. Though more women are joining the construction industry […]

Know Before You Dig!

April is National Safe Digging Month. At this point, most contractors know that they need to find out what’s underground before beginning to dig, but […]

Do You Have a Workplace Safety Committee?

What is a Workplace Safety Committee? Creating a safety committee is a great first step towards providing a safe and healthy work environment, and is […]