Beat the Heat

Safety reminders to ‘keep your cool’ this summer By Richard Ryan “Hottest summer on record” is a phrase many of us are likely tired of hearing, and none so much as construction project leaders. When you coordinate and lead hundreds of people working outdoors every day, “hottest summer” goes beyond an uncomfortable inconvenience and can quickly verge on danger for all involved. As with many aspects of construction safety, keeping your team safe during hot conditions rests on three equally critical pillars: knowledge, preparation and collective care. When we know the warning signs, prepare to respond competently and commit to … Read more

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Heat Safety Key as Temperatures Rise

Best practices to recognize warning signs, keep crews safe By Nicole Moyen Not only are average temperatures increasing globally, but the number of extreme hot days are also on the uptick. This year is projected to be one of the hottest on record, so it’s important to take precautions to keep your crews safe in the heat. Despite the fact that NIOSH and OSHA have created guidelines for heat safety, they are not followed at many jobsites as they are not mandatory standards. Heat-related medical care and productivity losses cost the U.S. up to $6.2 billion, and are estimated to … Read more

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