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Man charged for obstructing investigation into fatal construction incident
A federal grand jury has indicted a New York man, charging him with conspiracy and obstruction of official proceedings relating to an investigation into a fatal construction accident.
How construction site access tech is advancing – and what it can do for you
Construction access control systems have moved on to biometric technology, opening new opportunties for contractors to examine how operatives are working in detail.
41 workers trapped in India’s collapsed Silkyara tunnel rescued after 17 days
All 41 construction workers trapped in a tunnel in India’s Uttarakhand state after it partially collapsed have been rescued.
Operation to free 41 workers in tunnel collapse could take several more days
An operation to free 41 construction workers trapped when the tunnel they were working in collapsed could remain there for several more days.
What on earth is internal PPE?
With 2023 on track to be the hottest year on record, construction firms are looking to new technologies to protect workers from the heat, leading some to coin the phrase ‘internal PPE’.
Rescue effort underway as 40 workers trapped in tunnel collapse
A rescue effort is underway in India after 40 construction workers were trapped by a tunnel collapse in India.
What benefits do veterans bring to construction?
On Veterans’ Day, former services personnel working in construction discuss why they think veterans are well suited to working in construction.
‘Construction rewards last-minute firefighting - there is a better way’
Winner of the Lean Constructon Institute’s Pioneer Award Kayan Zandy on why Lean construction principles could help change industry culture for the better.
US scholarship fund for children of fallen construction workers expanded
A scholarship fund that offers post-high school financial assistance to the children of construction workers killed or permanently disabled while working on certain projects has been extended.
How to promote an inclusive environment in your company
Lucy Barnard interviews Emma Porter, managing director of UK-based Story Contracting about how to adopt a workable diversity and inclusion strategy
Silicosis: ‘the biggest risk to construction workers after asbestos’
What is silicosis and why is it a threat to construction workers?
Two firms to develop prototype construction helmet aimed at reducing brain injuries
Global PPE manufacturer MSA Safety is to partner with Sweden-based helmet safety company Mips to develop a new prototype construction helmet.
OSHA, Noble Texas Builders promote worker safety at collegiate academy
Program to address falls, electrical hazards, health issues
Video: Controlled detonation of WWII bomb found on Singapore construction site
Armed forces in Singapore conducted a controlled explosion on an unexploded World War II-era bomb after it was discovered on a construction site.
How long should a hard hat last?
A hard hat is such a ubiquitous item of personal protective equipment (PPE) in construction that it has become emblematic of safety in the industry.
IPAF MEWP courses now available in US through Easybook Training
Through a newly formed partnership, Easybook Training will offer IPAF’s e-learning theory courses
Why construction should recruit more neurodiverse employees
New research shows a growing number of construction workers with conditions including ADHD and autism are entering and being welcomed into the construction industry.
Why construction workers are more at risk of suicide and what to do about it
What can cause suicide among construction workers and where can they and their employers find support?
NDA starts beta testing new certification
Association encourages contractors to participate in Demolition Supervisor exam
The challenges of building the world’s longest railway tunnel
Brenner Base Tunnel chief engineer explains some of the biggest challenges behind building the world’s longest railway tunnel.
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