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Making Parapet Roof Access Safer 0
- Safety
- June 2, 2026
By Mary Klett, ASA Communications Team For decades, contractors, maintenance workers, and service professionals have accessed flat parapet-style roofs in much the same way: by climbing an extension ladder, stepping over a metal parapet cap, and hoping the ladder remains stable and the walking surface is safe. Despite major advances in construction safety, this everyday
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Building Safer Jobsites: What Women in Construction Bring to Safety Leadership 0
- HEALTH, Improving Productivity, Safety
- March 31, 2026
By Morgan Hammon, Safety Management Group I hopped out of the truck in my FR and hard hat ready to facilitate a project safety expectations meeting to a group of linemen, operators, laborers, and owner representatives. Walking into the substation, I remind the project managers beside me to always touch the fence with the back
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The Impact of Technology on Wellbeing: A Mixed Bag 0
- Best Practices, HEALTH, Improving Productivity, Outlook & Trends, Safety, TECHNOLOGY
- February 24, 2026
By Cal Beyer Technology is increasingly intertwined with everyday activities in our personal and professional lives. As the role of technology continues to expand in contemporary society, its impact on humans continues to evolve as well. Technology is hard to avoid in homes and workplaces. This includes smartphones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches, televisions, and an ever-growing
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Building a Safety Culture That Creates Real Value 0

January 27, 2026

By Mark Steinhofer, PhD, CSP, CHST, CUSP; Safety Management Group Most construction organizations believe they take safety seriously. They have programs, procedures, and experienced people in place. Toolbox talks happen, training gets done, paperwork gets signed. And still, incidents happen. When something goes wrong, the root cause is rarely missing rules. It is more often

Cold Weather Safety: Protecting People & Equipment 0

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November 25, 2025

By Ted Dunnam, Dunnam Safety Management As temperatures drop, both workers and machinery face new challenges. Staying safe and productive in cold weather requires a mix of preparation, awareness, and smart habits. Here are some reminders to help protect yourself and your equipment during the winter months. Personal Safety – Preventing Cold-Related Injuries Even in

Overdose and Mental Health in Construction: A Call to Action for Leaders 0

By Nick Williams – R.I.S.E. LLC The construction industry builds the infrastructure that shapes our world, but beneath the surface, it faces an escalating crisis—substance use disorders and mental health struggles among its workforce. These issues threaten not just individual lives but also job site safety, productivity, and company stability. Leaders in the industry can

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Overdose and Mental Health in Construction: A Call to Action for Leaders 0

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