The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated its National Emphasis Program on Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards, effective immediately. The revised program focuses
CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training is inviting construction professionals to participate in a brief survey to help guide the industry’s efforts in preventing heat illness
On August 13, LF Driscoll hosted a heat safety stand down at the Roberts Proton Therapy Center, currently under construction at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in University City. The
On August 5, Turner Construction Company reinforced its commitment to employee safety by hosting a Heat Safety Stand Down. The event kicked off with a group stretch to promote
CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training and North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) are hosting an important industry conversation focused on preventing heat-related illnesses on construction
On July 1, Ernest D. Menold, Inc. held a Heat Safety Stand Down at its Lester, PA shop, reinforcing the importance of jobsite wellness during extreme temperatures. GBCA Safety
On Monday, June 16, TN Ward Company held two Heat Safety Stand Downs to promote jobsite wellness and raise awareness about heat-related risks. The first session took place at
As temperatures rise, so do the risks for workers—especially those in the construction trades. To help employers and workers stay safe, OSHA has released two new resources addressing heat
On August 15, Clemens Construction Company held a Heat Safety Stand Down at its 1701 Market Street project. GBCA’s Safety Consultant, Jim McGugan, discussed how to prevent heat-related illnesses,
The U.S. Department of Labor has released a proposed rule with the goal of protecting millions of workers from the significant health risks of extreme heat. If finalized, the
